Subrogation & Property Damage Attorney
<span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><u>COMPANY OVERVIEW:</u></b><br><br>Founded in 1989, United Automobile Insurance Company is an innovative and established organization looking for a Subrogation & Property Damage Attorney to join our team. Family-owned, UAIC, is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The key to our growth and success is a commitment to providing quality service to our agents and customers, by providing disciplined underwriting, and strategic claims handling. Our ongoing efforts to invest substantial resources in personnel and technology are the foundation of our promise of assuring maximum efficiency and specialized operations in the industry. We are proud that our independent agents and customers have recognized our dedication by making UAIC the market leader in every state where we conduct business.<br><br><b><u>SCOPE:</u></b><br><br>We are seeking an experienced Subrogation & Property Damage Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, specifically related to automobile accidents. This role involves representing the company in legal matters, managing claims, and providing expert legal advice to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, you will work closely with the claims department to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and negotiate settlements. Your role will involve staying current on Texas insurance laws, advising internal teams, and actively participating in mediation, arbitration, and settlement discussions to protect the company’s interests. This position is open to applicants located in the <strong>Texas</strong> market and offers the flexibility of working remotely.<br><br><b><u>DUTIES</u>:</b></span></span><br> <div style="text-align:justify;"><h3><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Property Damage:</strong></span></span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Represent insurers or clients in claims involving damage to real or personal property (e.g., vehicle damage, fire, water, hail, vandalism).</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Investigate cause of damage, assess liability, and evaluate repair estimates or total loss value.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Review and analyze property appraisals, engineering reports, and repair invoices.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, third parties, or claimants.</span></span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Subrogation:</strong></span></span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Pursue recovery from at-fault third parties after a claim has been paid by the insurer.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">File lawsuits or arbitration claims against liable parties (e.g., other drivers, contractors).</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Collaborate with adjusters to review subrogation potential and gather evidence.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Manage pre-litigation demand letters and post-litigation recovery efforts.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Additional Duties:</strong></span></span></div><ul><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Represent the company in all phases of litigation, from pre-suit investigations to trial and post-trial activities.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Develop case strategies, draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide expert legal advice to the claims department, management, and other internal teams regarding property damage claims.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure that all actions taken during the claims process comply with applicable laws and regulations.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Advise on legal risk related to policy interpretations, claims settlements, and potential exposure.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Negotiate settlements on behalf of the company in a timely and cost-effective manner.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences with a focus on favorable outcomes for the company.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Conduct thorough legal research on property damage, insurance laws, and regulations in Texas, including recent court decisions and statutory developments.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Prepare clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents such as briefs, memoranda, and opinions.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Stay current with changes in insurance and property damage laws in Texas, ensuring the company is compliant with local, state, and federal laws.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist in developing policies and procedures to minimize legal exposure and maximize operational efficiency.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Collaborate with the claims department, adjusters, and other legal teams to provide proactive and responsive legal support.</span></span></li><li style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Communicate complex legal concepts and strategies to non-legal personnel clearly and effectively.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><u>Qualifications:</u></b></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Admission to the Texas Bar and good standing.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Bilingual in <b>English and Spanish</b> is highly desirable.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of insurance laws and regulations.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficient in legal research tools and case management software.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><b><u><span style="color:#000000;">SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:</span></u></b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Minimum of 3-5 years of </span></span>years of experience in personal injury law, with a focus on automobile accidents.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Strong litigation experience with trial skills preferred.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Excellent negotiation, oral advocacy, and legal writing skills.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Ability to handle a high volume of cases and prioritize effectively.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Proficiency in case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><u>BENEFITS:</u></b></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Flexible spending accounts</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background:#FFFFFF;"><span style="color:#000000;">Short Term and Long-Term Disability</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><br><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">UAIC participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify, please visit <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/" target="_blank" title="https://www.e-verify.gov/">https://www.e-verify.gov/</a>.</span></span>