Senior Claims Counsel - Hybrid opportunity

Position Summary

CATIC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Claims Counsel to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in protecting the company and our policyholders by managing and resolving claims relating to CATIC title insurance policies. This is a unique opportunity to apply your legal expertise in a collaborative, mission-driven environment within the real estate and title insurance industry. This is hybrid role and will be perfect for a candidate that resides and is licensed to practice in the state of Connecticut and/or Massachusetts. 

• Investigate and evaluate the merits of title insurance claims
• Select and collaborate with outside counsel in resolving and defending claims
• Negotiate claim settlements effectively and efficiently
• Prepare articles for publication and participate in legal seminars for members and agents
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, including CATIC’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the Claims team and organization 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and collaborate with legal professionals
• Leadership mindset with the ability to influence and motivate others
• Experience in title insurance underwriting is a plus 

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the state of CT and/or MA
• 10 years’ of legal experience with an emphasis on Connecticut/Massachusetts real estate, bankruptcy, estate planning and litigation matters

CATIC Financial, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.