Litigation Representative
Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies, Lansing, MI, United States
Litigation Representative
To provide efficient investigation, evaluation, supervision, and disposition of first‑party casualty claims in litigation.
Responsibilities
Retain detailed knowledge of Michigan law, especially the No‑Fault Automobile Act, MCL 500.3101, negligence, products and insurance contract law, civil procedure, and Michigan evidence law.
Review and advise on changes in statutory law, case law, and legal practice as they pertain to the handling of claims and management of litigation.
Participate in meetings, round‑table discussions, and other collaborative efforts, providing constructive criticism, encouragement, and advice in the handling of individual claims.
Encourage best practices in handling claims by providing an example to all, making timely and accurate notes of matters relevant to a given claim, noting advice given to file handlers, ensuring that a record of the advice and rationale is in the file, and providing a recorded opinion of an appropriate POA for a file.
Monitor performance of retained counsel in handling claims, and advise the company regarding attorney selection.
Support development and implementation of strategies to reduce legal expense.
Investigate claims promptly and equitably; manage litigation as assigned.
Maintain timely contact with insureds, apprising them of pertinent information.
Evaluate and advise the Underwriting Department of questionable risks.
Review medical bills for proper payment.
Develop and maintain a personal training program for enhancement of job skills and attainment of personal career development goals.
Use computer systems for keying functions, including letter composition, log entry, diary entry, report of investigation composition, and draft production.
Resolve concerns/complaints concerning claim settlement procedures and actions in a timely manner, within authorization.
Develop professional relationships with attorneys, physicians and claims‑related professionals, both inside and outside the company.
Participate with defense counsel in court appearances, including depositions and trials.
Assist adjusters in developing a litigation plan, and in learning how to identify strategic points for the resolution of litigation on favorable terms consistent with the company’s long‑term interest while minimizing unproductive litigation expense.
Foster an attitude in adjusters, team leaders, retained counsel, and others favorable toward an early, realistic, and candid analysis of liability and damages.
Foster an attitude favorable toward change and a willingness to adapt to a changing legal, technical and managerial environment.
Encourage adjusters, team leaders and others to freely collaborate in analysis of cases and development and implementation of best practices.
Discuss with management any concerns regarding handling or developments of a given file.
Encourage and foster early and appropriate reserving of files based on the best and most current information.
Communicate with the Litigation manager regarding current activities, files that need review for reserve change exceeding $100,000, and cases that have the potential for significant adverse development.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, CPCU, or equivalent experience.
Basic insurance course and medical interpretation courses required.
Minimum five years of experience with litigated claims.
Extensive knowledge of claims procedures and practices and of no‑fault coverage.
Knowledge of tort, workers’ compensation, and contract law pertaining primarily to the handling of claims and of medical terminology, anatomy and rehabilitation.
Extensive knowledge of insurance contracts written by the company, and ability to interpret insurance contracts.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred
Knowledge and experience handling Michigan Assigned Claim Plan (MACP) claims.
Knowledge and experience with Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) reporting and practices.
Background in handling SIU claims and functions, or the willingness to learn.
Designations in AIC, AINS, SCLA, or other insurance‑related designation.
Benefits
Candidate will work a hybrid schedule, working both in the Farm Bureau Home Office located in Lansing, Michigan, and remotely. Farm Bureau offers a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
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To provide efficient investigation, evaluation, supervision, and disposition of first‑party casualty claims in litigation.
Responsibilities
Retain detailed knowledge of Michigan law, especially the No‑Fault Automobile Act, MCL 500.3101, negligence, products and insurance contract law, civil procedure, and Michigan evidence law.
Review and advise on changes in statutory law, case law, and legal practice as they pertain to the handling of claims and management of litigation.
Participate in meetings, round‑table discussions, and other collaborative efforts, providing constructive criticism, encouragement, and advice in the handling of individual claims.
Encourage best practices in handling claims by providing an example to all, making timely and accurate notes of matters relevant to a given claim, noting advice given to file handlers, ensuring that a record of the advice and rationale is in the file, and providing a recorded opinion of an appropriate POA for a file.
Monitor performance of retained counsel in handling claims, and advise the company regarding attorney selection.
Support development and implementation of strategies to reduce legal expense.
Investigate claims promptly and equitably; manage litigation as assigned.
Maintain timely contact with insureds, apprising them of pertinent information.
Evaluate and advise the Underwriting Department of questionable risks.
Review medical bills for proper payment.
Develop and maintain a personal training program for enhancement of job skills and attainment of personal career development goals.
Use computer systems for keying functions, including letter composition, log entry, diary entry, report of investigation composition, and draft production.
Resolve concerns/complaints concerning claim settlement procedures and actions in a timely manner, within authorization.
Develop professional relationships with attorneys, physicians and claims‑related professionals, both inside and outside the company.
Participate with defense counsel in court appearances, including depositions and trials.
Assist adjusters in developing a litigation plan, and in learning how to identify strategic points for the resolution of litigation on favorable terms consistent with the company’s long‑term interest while minimizing unproductive litigation expense.
Foster an attitude in adjusters, team leaders, retained counsel, and others favorable toward an early, realistic, and candid analysis of liability and damages.
Foster an attitude favorable toward change and a willingness to adapt to a changing legal, technical and managerial environment.
Encourage adjusters, team leaders and others to freely collaborate in analysis of cases and development and implementation of best practices.
Discuss with management any concerns regarding handling or developments of a given file.
Encourage and foster early and appropriate reserving of files based on the best and most current information.
Communicate with the Litigation manager regarding current activities, files that need review for reserve change exceeding $100,000, and cases that have the potential for significant adverse development.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, CPCU, or equivalent experience.
Basic insurance course and medical interpretation courses required.
Minimum five years of experience with litigated claims.
Extensive knowledge of claims procedures and practices and of no‑fault coverage.
Knowledge of tort, workers’ compensation, and contract law pertaining primarily to the handling of claims and of medical terminology, anatomy and rehabilitation.
Extensive knowledge of insurance contracts written by the company, and ability to interpret insurance contracts.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred
Knowledge and experience handling Michigan Assigned Claim Plan (MACP) claims.
Knowledge and experience with Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) reporting and practices.
Background in handling SIU claims and functions, or the willingness to learn.
Designations in AIC, AINS, SCLA, or other insurance‑related designation.
Benefits
Candidate will work a hybrid schedule, working both in the Farm Bureau Home Office located in Lansing, Michigan, and remotely. Farm Bureau offers a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
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