Corporate & Litigation Counsel

• Investigate, analyze, strategize, adjust loss/expense reserves and effectively manage claims and litigation involving bodily injury, property damage, professional liability, and D&O to achieve the best possible outcome
• Provide counsel and take action on coverage issues, factual developments, liability exposure, loss/expense reserves, and settlement opportunities
• Provide outstanding customer service to our policy holders, business partners, claimants, and teammates throughout the organization
• Attend mediation hearings and settlement conferences, when appropriate
• Review insurance policies, and prepare reservation of rights and/or declination letters, as necessary
• Support highly successful and growing claims team
• Additional duties may be assigned

• Minimum 3-4 years of insurance defense experience and/or insurance coverage experience preferred
• Strong work ethic, excellent analytical skills, and high energy
• Must be committed to education, learning the law of numerous jurisdictions, team work, and the financial success of our organization
• Solid computer skills, including competence with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Commitment to exemplary customer service
• Ability to travel

Education/License:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school
• Active law license in good standing from at least one state

Benefits:

• Employer paid continuing education courses and designations via access to Kaufman Institute
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Access to Kaufman Wellness Program
• Flexible and hybrid work options

Atain is an admitted and non-admitted property and casualty insurance company dedicated to serving niche programs and excess & surplus (E&S) markets. Licensed in 50 states, Atain underwrites numerous lines of business including professional liability, general liability and commercial multi-peril risks. This structure provides maximum flexibility in responding to business opportunities as they arise.

We pride ourselves on our strong financial growth, stability, industry-leading expertise and proven record of creating flexible and customizable products. This is why A.M. Best affirmed Atain with an “A” (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating.  Atain is part of the H.W. Kaufman Group family of companies, which comprises a vast network of over 60 offices across the globe. From brokerage, underwriting, premium financing and real estate, to claims and loss control, together we are shaping the future of insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

In addition, Kaufman will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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