Title Insurance Claims Counsel (Hybrid)

As Claims Counsel at First American, you will manage matters from intake through resolution, including evaluating risk, making coverage determinations, resolving complex title claims, and collaborating with internal business partners. This is a true in-house position where your judgment is valued, and your decisions directly impact outcomes. What You'll Do Investigate, evaluate, determine loss and defense coverage liability and resolve claims Establish settlement and expense reserves Determine need to retain outside counsel Manage claims and/or litigation through to final resolution Negotiate with claimant / opposing counsel / third parties for resolution Attend mediations and other required court appearances / processes Review and approve invoices for costs and attorneys' fees Perform / assist initial evaluation for recovery What You'll Bring Licensed to practice law in good standing Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization. Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills Law Degree required Admitted to practice law in US Typically has 2-4 years professional experience in title insurance/title underwriting and knowledge on insurance claims and resolution This role is open to remote candidates across the U.S. However, employees who live within commuting distance of our Santa Ana and Seattle offices are expected to work in a hybrid capacity. Pay Range: $97,700.00 - $130,300.00 Annually. This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. What We Offer Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr