Habitability Claims Specialist

Investigate and manage litigated California habitability claims from assignment through resolution Analyze coverage, liability and damages exposure and determine appropriate claim strategies Evaluate documentation, expert reports, inspection findings, medical records, and other evidence Establish and maintain reserves based on claim exposure and litigation developments Negotiate settlements within authority and make recommendations on higher-exposure claims Partner with defense counsel, experts, and other vendors to develop litigation strategies and drive claim resolution Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, witnesses, and other involved parties Maintain accurate claim documentation and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements Issue indemnity and expense payments as appropriate Requirements Minimum 3 years of experience handling litigated California habitability claims Experience managing complex general liability or casualty claims Knowledge of California landlord-tenant and habitability litigation practices Demonstrated ability to evaluate coverage, liability, and damages Strong organization, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills Experience working with defense counsel and litigated claims files Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses Juris Doctor (JD) preferred, or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent claims experience considered Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing litigated California habitability claims, including evaluating coverage, liability, and damages, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with defense counsel and other stakeholders. Highest-signal resume keywords Litigated California Habitability Claims Management Coverage Evaluation and Liability Analysis Negotiation of Settlements Active Adjuster License California Landlord-Tenant Litigation Knowledge ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Claims Management Liability Analysis Documentation Evaluation Settlement Negotiation Claims Strategy Development Indemnity Payment Issuance Expert Report Analysis Medical Record Evaluation Inspection Findings Review Reserves Establishment Soft Skills Strong Organization Skills Analytical Skills Communication Skills Certifications & Qualifications Active Adjuster License Industry Keywords California Habitability Claims General Liability Claims Casualty Claims Litigation Practices Regulatory Compliance #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor