Claim attorney vs litigation associate

Differences between claim attorney and litigation associate duties and responsibilities

Claim attorney example responsibilities.

• Coordinate and manage the activities of business partners, including TPA adjusters and external attorneys.
• Manage all aspects of toxic tort claims, including asbestos and chemical exposure, on behalf of AIG member companies.
• Manage mental health professional liability malpractice claims; negotiate settlements; create litigation strategies and settlement packages; direct outside counsel.
• Attend mediation and arbitration meetings and hearings on behalf of corporate client
• Monitor and supervise outside counsel for timeliness, cost-effectiveness, and excellence of service and litigation management.
• Remain abreast of case law developments affecting mass tort and product liability claims handle within the department.
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Litigation associate example responsibilities.

• Lead and assist in out-of-court resolution of actions including settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration.
• Manage all aspects of motion practice and discovery in class and institutional actions involving residential mortgage-backed securities investments.
• Represent immigrants in deportation proceedings, federal litigation and appeals.
• Participate in complex commercial litigation group, with matters involving insurance, entertainment, products liability, utilities and investment banking.
• Research various aspects of family law, civil procedure, and tort law.
• Ensure business compliance with FDCPA, HIPAA, ADA, and various other regulations.
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