What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Claims Attorney position at Aspire General Insurance?
Description
Aspire General Insurance Company and its affiliated general agent, Aspire General Insurance Services, are on a mission to deliver affordable specialty auto coverage to drivers without compromising outstanding service. Our company values can best be described with ABLE: to always do the right thing, be yourself, learn and evolve, and execute.
As a dynamic and growing specialty auto insurance company, we are looking to expand into new markets across the country. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Claims Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This role focuses primarily on providing legal counsel and coverage opinions related to bodily injury and material damage claims in the non-standard auto insurance space. The ideal candidate will also support the organization in navigating extra-contractual exposure, including bad faith allegations and complex litigation risks.
This is a strategic position that blends legal expertise with claims operations, requiring sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of insurance laws and regulations—particularly in California, Arizona, and Texas.
What You Will Do
Legal Advisory & Coverage Analysis
Qualifications
Individuals seeking employment at Aspire General Insurance Services LLC are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in accordance with federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements.
Compensation may vary based on several factors, including candidate's individual skills, relevant work experience, location, etc.
Aspire General Insurance Company and its affiliated general agent, Aspire General Insurance Services, are on a mission to deliver affordable specialty auto coverage to drivers without compromising outstanding service. Our company values can best be described with ABLE: to always do the right thing, be yourself, learn and evolve, and execute.
As a dynamic and growing specialty auto insurance company, we are looking to expand into new markets across the country. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Claims Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This role focuses primarily on providing legal counsel and coverage opinions related to bodily injury and material damage claims in the non-standard auto insurance space. The ideal candidate will also support the organization in navigating extra-contractual exposure, including bad faith allegations and complex litigation risks.
This is a strategic position that blends legal expertise with claims operations, requiring sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of insurance laws and regulations—particularly in California, Arizona, and Texas.
What You Will Do
Legal Advisory & Coverage Analysis
- Serve as a key legal advisor to senior claims leadership, providing guidance on complex coverage matters.
- Provide timely and well-reasoned legal coverage opinions on bodily injury and material damage claims under non-standard auto policies.
- Analyze and interpret policy language, statutes, case law, and regulatory guidance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Identify potential coverage issues and recommend proactive solutions to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
- Advise claims professionals on exposure, resolution strategies and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to mitigate extra-contractual liability.
- Coordinate with outside counsel and provide litigation support.
- Develop and deliver training programs and guidance documents for claims staff.
- Monitor emerging legal issues and legislative changes impacting auto insurance.
- Support internal audits and compliance reviews related to claims handling and coverage determinations.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in insurance coverage analysis, defense or claims legal advisory roles.
- Strong working knowledge of non-standard auto insurance and related bodily injury/material damage claims.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working as Senior Claims Counsel at a personal lines auto insurance company.
- Demonstrated expertise in California, Arizona, and Texas insurance law.
- Prior experience advising on extra-contractual claims and bad faith litigation.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards in the auto insurance industry.
- Collaborative mindset with an initiative-taking approach to problem-solving.
- Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking company that values innovation and integrity.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping our footprint as we expand into new markets.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Individuals seeking employment at Aspire General Insurance Services LLC are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in accordance with federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements.
Compensation may vary based on several factors, including candidate's individual skills, relevant work experience, location, etc.