Professional Liability Claims Counsel

Brown & Brown Insurance

. Independently investigate, evaluate, and manage professional liability claims from inception through resolution .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing professional liability claims, including evaluating coverage issues, developing resolution strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in financial forecasting and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NYS Adjuster LicenseJD DegreeClaims Management SystemsNegotiation SkillsProfessional Liability Claims Experience

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Hard Skills

Claims PracticesLitigation ProcessesInsurance Coverage KnowledgeFinancial ForecastingComplex Claims ManagementAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSound Judgment DecisionsProactive Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

NYS Adjuster LicenseJD Degree

Industry Keywords

Professional LiabilityExcess and Surplus LinesSpecialty Insurance MarketsReinsurance ReportingLoss Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently investigate, evaluate, and manage professional liability claims from inception through resolution
Analyze coverage issues and determine applicability of policy terms, conditions, and exclusions
Establish and adjust appropriate reserves based on claim developments
Develop and execute claim resolution strategies, including negotiation and settlement
Guide litigation strategy, including discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation
Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and trials as required
Evaluate liability and damages using legal, factual, and industry-specific knowledge
Provide accurate and timely financial forecasting on claims portfolios
Maintain proactive communication with insureds, brokers, and management
Deliver claim updates and coverage determinations
Support underwriting teams with claim insights and loss trends
Ensure claim handling adheres to regulatory requirements, internal guidelines, and best practices
Prepare reports for management, carriers, reinsurers, and auditors
Identify emerging issues, trends, and exposures within the professional liability space
Provide feedback to underwriting and risk management on loss drivers and prevention strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

NYS Adjuster License required; multiple states preferred
JD degree preferred
3-5 years of experience handling professional liability claims
Strong knowledge of claims practices, litigation processes, and insurance coverage
Experience managing complex and/or high-exposure claims
Ability to work independently and make sound judgment decisions
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with claims management systems and Microsoft Office suite
Experience in one or more specialty areas (e.g., Education, Public Entity, EPLI, E&O) preferred
Prior litigation experience or legal background preferred
Familiarity with excess and surplus lines or specialty insurance markets preferred
Exposure to reinsurance reporting and complex coverage issues preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Preferred Partner Discounts