Litigation Consultant – General Liability

Sedgwick

. Address and handle high-end cases involving serious injuries, complex coverage scenarios, and legal inquiries or disputes .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation management, including case resolution strategies, legal analysis, and claims management. Proficient in coordinating with legal counsel and managing complex injury cases while ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.

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Litigation ManagementClaims ManagementJuris Doctorate (JD)Legal AnalysisProblem Solving

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Hard Skills

Case Resolution StrategiesAccrued Liability AssessmentSubrogation ManagementLegal InvestigationsReport ReviewAction Plan DevelopmentClient CoordinationMediation ParticipationTrial PreparationLegal Documentation

Soft Skills

Excellent JudgmentClear ThinkingDiscretionStress ManagementMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

Computer Keyboarding

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional CertificationJuris Doctorate (JD)

Industry Keywords

Claims ManagementLitigationLegal InquiriesSettlement IdentificationCourt OrdersMediationsArbitrationsLocal Counsel CoordinationAccrued LiabilityQuality Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Address and handle high-end cases involving serious injuries, complex coverage scenarios, and legal inquiries or disputes
Develop strategies to bring cases to satisfactory resolution
Review and act on reports and forms; respond to inquiries; seek legal opinions and early resolution; communicate resolutions to appropriate parties
Respond to decisions, agreements, and/or court orders; create action plans; determine need for examination; gain client authorization
Identify cases for settlements/redemptions
Gather and document additional information and coordinate with client designees
Request legal/private investigations; assign and coordinate with local counsel; monitor local counsel performance
Respond to requests from plaintiff's counsel, unions, employees, or clients
Identify issues and formulate defense strategies
Establish or adjust accrued liability and approve administrative expenses
Identify subrogation opportunities and manage the process
Attend and participate in mediations, trials, arbitrations, or hearings as needed
Work with partners to facilitate early return-to-work
Perform other duties as assigned
Support the organization's quality programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Professional certification as applicable to line of business preferred
Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred
Ten (10) years of experience handling litigation including 5 years of claims management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Licensing/jurisdiction knowledge as applicable
Clear and conceptual thinking ability
Excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion
Ability to handle work-related stress
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to meet deadlines
Computer keyboarding
Travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedule
Referral incentive program
Career development and promotional growth opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) and matching
PTO
Disability and life insurance
Employee assistance
Flexible spending or health savings account
Other additional voluntary benefits
Reasonable accommodations when applicable and appropriate