Insurance Coverage Counsel Workers Compensation Focus - Wilkes Barre, PA (18701)

Overview Good Things Start Here.

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companiesan 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, longterm careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.

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

Responsibilities Are you a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for insurance coverage analysis and litigation strategy? Join our dynamic legal team as an Insurance Coverage Counsel focused on Workers' Compensation.

This is a high-impact role where you'll evaluate complex coverage scenarios, guide litigation strategy, and communicate directly with policyholders, agents, and internal stakeholders.

This position does not involve claims handling.

Instead, you'll prepare formal coverage responses and support litigation efforts, including first-party property insurance matters (prior experience in this area is welcome but not required).

What You'll Do Triage referrals, assess case facts, and determine coverage applicability using internal systems and state databases.

Draft formal coverage responses for policyholders, agents, and other stakeholders.

Manage communications throughout the case lifecycle.

Assign and oversee defense counsel, develop litigation strategies, and assemble supporting evidence.

Interpret Workers' Compensation policies across voluntary and residual markets, including terminations, non-renewals, and lapses.

Address state-specific protocols, Other States provisions, and third-party insured claims.

Identify coverage trends and recommend corrective actions to improve outcomes and reduce risk.

Work closely with Legal, Claims, and other departments on subpoena responses, invoice processing, and litigation monitoring.

Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification.

Minimum of 12 years of experience in the legal field, including Workers' Compensation. 35 years' experience in Workers' Compensation, insurance coverage, claims, and litigation is preferred.

Familiarity with first-party property coverage preferred.

Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Detail-oriented and deadline-driven.

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