Plans and conducts investigations of claims (including such activities as interviewing insureds, witnesses and claimants, collecting and evaluating appropriate documentation and securing evidence and protecting the chain-of-custody) to analyze and confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages. Determines need for, and engages independent adjusters, cause and origin experts and independent medical examiners. Refers to claim to subrogation group or Special Investigations Unit as appropriate. Assesses policy coverage for submitted claims and notifies the insured of any issues; determines and establishes reserve requirements, adjusting reserves, as necessary, during the processing of the claim. Assesses actual damages associated with claims and conducts negotiations, within assigned authority limits, to settle claims. Coordinates the litigation activities associated with assigned claims to ensure a timely and cost-effective resolution; attends trials as a representative of the company. Acts as senior technical professional on team, assisting team members with escalated issues. Mentors and trains new team members. Participates in Quality Review process. Participates in conducting Suit Committees, Roundtables, Arbitrations, Mediations, field investigations and may assist in conducting closed file reviews. Performs other duties as assigned. Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate and negotiate with customers and conduct investigations required. Leadership ability and demonstrated time management skills to delegate work appropriately and organize resources effectively. Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of claims case handling practices, legal liability, general insurance policy coverage, and the state`s tort laws as normally acquired through a bachelor`s degree (or equivalent training) plus 3 to 5 years directly related work experience. Required to obtain and maintain all applicable licenses.