Litigation Management Counsel

Resolute Management, Inc. is a Third-Party Administrator hired by clients to handle complex environmental, asbestos, and/or latent type insurance claims. We are proud to be an affiliate of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies and we believe our structure allows our employees to experience the benefits of a large company with a friendly, small company atmosphere. Our headquarters are located in Boston, MA, and we have additional offices located in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Stamford, CT.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you a litigation attorney who enjoys strategy, analytics, and driving smarter legal spend? Join our Litigation Management Unit and play a key role in shaping how we manage outside counsel and litigation costs across complex environmental and mass tort matters. In this role, you’ll combine your legal expertise with data-driven insights to ensure high-quality defense work is delivered efficiently and in line with our billing standards and coverage agreements. You’ll partner with internal stakeholders and outside counsel to promote accuracy, fairness, and best-in-class litigation management practices.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Review and audit legal invoices from outside counsel and vendors to ensure charges are reasonable, necessary, and compliant with billing guidelines and cost-sharing agreements.
• Use electronic billing and claims systems to evaluate spend and identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
• Provide clear, well-supported feedback to law firms and internal teams regarding billing determinations.
• Analyze settlement agreements, coverage arrangements, and jurisdictional requirements to confirm billing compliance.
• Collaborate with claims leaders, co-carriers, and joint defense partners to promote consistent expense management practices.
• Help enhance and refine litigation management guidelines and audit protocols.
• Identify cost drivers and recommend practical strategies to improve predictability and control defense spend.
• Prepare executive-level summaries highlighting savings, compliance trends, and emerging risks.
• Assist in resolving billing disputes professionally and constructively while maintaining strong working relationships.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex issues clearly and persuasively.
• Effective relationship-building, decision-making, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Solid understanding of general liability litigation, insurance coverage principles, and claims practices.
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to learn new technologies, including electronic billing and claims management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Juris Doctorate.
• At least 3 years of litigation or legal audit experience.
• Experience with electronic billing platforms and claims management systems is a plus.

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is an opportunity to step into a strategic, high-impact position where your legal background directly influences enterprise-wide cost management and litigation strategy. You’ll work cross-functionally, leverage data and technology, and help shape best practices within a collaborative, professional environment. If you’re looking to apply your litigation experience in a broader strategic capacity, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

Disclosure: The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the US and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.