Litigation Specialist

Erie Insurance Group

. Exercise independent discretion and judgment in handling or directing litigated claims .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,693 - $141,678 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in handling litigation claims, including strong knowledge of tort law and insurance coverage. Capable of managing litigation expenses, training and mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with billing guidelines and outside counsel utilization.

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Litigation Claims HandlingTort Law KnowledgeInsurance Coverage ExpertiseAIC Or SCLA DesignationClaims Investigation And Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Claims HandlingLitigation ManagementCoverage EvaluationLiability AssessmentDocumenting Claim Files

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCollaborationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificationState License

Industry Keywords

Outside Counsel GuidelinesDefense Counsel ManagementLitigation ExpensesClaims JurisdictionsRegular Attendance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Exercise independent discretion and judgment in handling or directing litigated claims
Service claims and jurisdictions in eastern Pennsylvania
Conduct investigations and evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage, liability, and resolution strategies
Select, engage, and collaborate with defense counsel in handling lawsuits
Manage litigation expenses and ensure defense counsel adheres to ERIE's billing guidelines
Comply with and direct defense counsels' utilization of Outside Counsel Guidelines
Train and mentor
Document claim files
Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and six years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, or equivalent, required
Associate degree or paralegal certification and eight years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required
High school diploma or GED and ten years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required
Strong knowledge of claims handling required
Strong knowledge of tort law and insurance coverage required
Appropriate license as required by state
Valid driver's license and good driving record required
Candidates in close proximity to ERIE's Allentown Branch or Philadelphia Claims Office are preferred
AIC or SCLA designation preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents; coverage begins your first day of work
Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums; Erie currently pays up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs
Traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave
Career development, including tuition reimbursement for higher education and industry designations
Company-paid basic life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Orthodontic coverage for children and adults
Adoption assistance
Fertility and infertility coverage
Well-being programs
Paid volunteer hours for community service
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
Annual bonus payment may be available