Legal Administrator

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Downtown - Chicago, IL

Remote Work: Hybrid

Job Description 

As a Legal Administrator, you will support a team of claims attorneys and assist them in efficient processing of new claim notices; the opening of new claim files; and in the management of claim bordereau information. You will review lawsuits and communications received from insurance brokers and insureds.

Responsibilities 

• Review notices of claims; open new claim files
• Assist claims attorneys with excess Lawyers Professional Liability (LPL), Employment Practice Liability (EPL) and other claims, including drafting initial correspondence and reports; tracking bordereau information; requesting underlying carrier correspondence and status updates; organize, maintain, and track claim information
• Inform and advise supervising attorneys regarding current trends and developments
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys and underwriters regarding claims data
• Review legal and vendor bills, prepare check requests and make payments

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of insurance, claims related or law firm experience
• Time management skills, including outstanding organization, high level prioritizing, ability to multi-task and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working independently but, when necessary, can work collaboratively across the organization on special projects
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced technical experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials

Qualified candidates must submit a resume to

applications@oldrepublicpro.com