Maria Hewlen, J.D. Email & Phone Number

United States

-Ensure team performance follows and exceeds industry standards and internal requirements.- Participate in. Claims VP and Claims Specialist meeting with regional offices and partners to identify and outline new claims intake coverage needs and ensure coverage analysis is completed effectively and accurately.- Maintain a continuous improvement approach to optimize processes and procedures to improve overall consistency and efficiency to ensure a best in class model.- Provide guidance… Show more -Ensure team performance follows and exceeds industry standards and internal requirements.- Participate in. Claims VP and Claims Specialist meeting with regional offices and partners to identify and outline new claims intake coverage needs and ensure coverage analysis is completed effectively and accurately.- Maintain a continuous improvement approach to optimize processes and procedures to improve overall consistency and efficiency to ensure a best in class model.- Provide guidance and coaching to assigned tasks to Claims Intake and Set-up staff including independent coverage analysis efficient workflow procedures.- Provide training to team and identify team development opportunities. Show less

Okemos, Mi

-Interpreted insurance contracts for all of the HCPL coverages (Professional/General Liability, Med Pay, Legal Defense) and for all lines of business (Physicians, Hospitals, Dentists, and Ancillary providers)-Reviewed documentation to determine coverage for claims; including independently examining Complaint allegations for possible claims exposure.-Analyzed and reviewed each policy to determine applicable coverage and applying the claims allegations to the restrictive language of the… Show more -Interpreted insurance contracts for all of the HCPL coverages (Professional/General Liability, Med Pay, Legal Defense) and for all lines of business (Physicians, Hospitals, Dentists, and Ancillary providers)-Reviewed documentation to determine coverage for claims; including independently examining Complaint allegations for possible claims exposure.-Analyzed and reviewed each policy to determine applicable coverage and applying the claims allegations to the restrictive language of the policy; including determining coverage and document analysis of Reservation of Rights and/or Denials.- Consulted and advised Insured's on the company's coverage disputes. Show less

Lansing, Michigan Area

-Fulfilled both short- and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-12) and diverse cultural backgrounds. Instruct classes; communicate with teachers, administrators, and parents; and build positive rapport with students.-Filled in for permanent teachers at a moments notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused.

Lansing, Michigan Area

-Successfully coordinated and evaluated CSHP components to positively impact student academic achievement and empower students with the essential knowledge, skills, and judgement to help them make healthy and responsible choices.

Lansing, Michigan Area

-Independently reviewed referrals and conducted interviews to gain a full understanding of the conflict to be resolved.-Met with students, parents, and community members to discuss the purpose and goals of Restorative Justice.-Effectively facilitated conflict resolution meetings using restorative justice practices to allow students, parents, and community members to identify and resolve their conflict, correct the harm and develop a plan to move forward.-Wrote resolution… Show more -Independently reviewed referrals and conducted interviews to gain a full understanding of the conflict to be resolved.-Met with students, parents, and community members to discuss the purpose and goals of Restorative Justice.-Effectively facilitated conflict resolution meetings using restorative justice practices to allow students, parents, and community members to identify and resolve their conflict, correct the harm and develop a plan to move forward.-Wrote resolution agreements.-Reduced the number of suspensions/expulsions by saving over 3,000 out-of-school suspension days through proactive and reactive measure.-Modeled and promoted positive problem-solving skills with individuals and groups utilizing Restorative Practices.-Effectively communicated pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality among students and staff.-Maintained records of intake forms, resolution agreements, and follow-up information for each case. Show less

East Lansing, Mi

-Composed a physically active environment for minority gurls in urban, low-socioeconomic settings to teach and encourage them to have a positive outlook on their academic future, and assist in their personal growth as well.

Lansing, Michigan Area

-Researched Michigan's No-Fault Insurance law as well as various Election Law issues via Westlaw and LexisNexis, and produced research reports on my findings.-Analyzed cases and wrote legal memoranda on Michigan's No-Fault Insurance law.-Assisted attorneys in discovery proceedings and trial preparation.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Law

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Government