Senior New York Labor Law Claims Adjuster (JD Required)

Overview

Good Things Start Here.

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

We are hiring a Senior Claims Adjuster (JD required) to handle New York Labor Law (NYLL) claims, including litigated commercial general liability claims with high exposure.

This role focuses on coverage analysis, litigation management, and claim resolution for construction-related losses.

• Handle New York Labor Law claims (Sections 200, 240, 241), including large-loss and litigated files
• Analyze liability, damages, and defenses using applicable statutes and case law
• Review insurance policies, endorsements, construction contracts, and indemnification agreements to determine coverage, priority of coverage, and risk transfer
• Work with defense counsel on litigation strategy, motion review, settlement discussions, and trial preparation
• Evaluate pleadings, depositions, expert reports, medical records, and discovery materials
• Negotiate claim resolution through settlement, mediation, or trial preparation
• Set and adjust indemnity and expense reserves based on claim exposure
• Prepare written claim evaluations and recommendations
• Attend hearings, mediations, trials, and litigation-related conferences as needed

Qualifications

• JD required; attorney license preferred
• 10+ years of experience handling CGL and/or BOP liability claims
• 5+ years handling New York Labor Law claims with exposures exceeding $500,000
• Experience analyzing insurance coverage, policy language, and construction contracts
• Experience with risk transfer and coverage priority
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a high-exposure claims caseload
• Experience using claims systems and standard business tools
• Ability to work with defense counsel, experts, and internal teams

• Licensing Requirement: Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses. The company will support the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements.

Salary $140,000 - $200,000 + bonus

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good ‐faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including:

New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Plano, TX; Scottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA.