Senior Trial Counsel
CurrentConfirm coverage then appear and defend the insured individual or business. Determine what responsive pleadings are to be filed, including motions to dismiss, answers, affirmative defenses. Assess the file for risk transfer opportunities and prepare and file counterclaims and third-party actions where appropriate. Establish and maintain communication with and cooperation from insured clients throughout the litigation. Conduct all written and oral fact discovery, including medical discovery. Retain liability and damages experts. Continually evaluate the file for proper reserving. Evaluate for settlement opportunities and alternatives to trial. Manage risk binding high/lows at arbitrations or trials. Represent the company in declaratory judgment actions. Defend the company in first party actions involving questions of coverage and damages. Collaborate with partners in Claims to determine coverage, analyze liability, and evaluate damages of claims in efforts to avoid litigation.