Claims Counsel (Professional Liability)

Kinsale Insurance is a leading Excess & Surplus lines insurer focused on hard-to-place, small to medium-sized commercial accounts. With eligibility in all 50 states, we offer creative solutions across a broad range of Property, Casualty, and Specialty lines through our underwriting divisions.

We pride ourselves on underwriting flexibility, particularly for high-risk, high-hazard, or loss-challenged accounts. Our experienced team controls every aspect of the underwriting and claims process—delivering responsive, effective service to our brokers and policyholders.

Join us as a Claims Counsel in our Professional Lines Division at our beautiful new headquarters in Richmond, VA, and be a part of a growing, innovative company that’s redefining success in E&S insurance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling a wide variety of litigated liability claims, including legal and medical malpractice, employment practices, law enforcement liability, and directors and officers liability under the supervision of a Claims Supervisor


• Conducts investigation throughout all aspects of the claims process


• Determines liability, evaluates exposure, and negotiates claims to resolution


• Investigates and analyzes coverage; makes coverage determinations; drafts coverage correspondence; effectively communicates coverage determinations to policyholders and other stakeholders


• Maintains accurate documentation/information in claim file


• Handles claims in litigation filed against insureds; appoints, directs, and manages defense counsel


• Proactively drives litigation toward resolution


• Participates in and attends mediations to facilitate settlements

Qualifications

• Superior written and oral communication skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Strong organization and time management skills


• Exhibit skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point)


• Ability to work in a collaborative environment


• Ability to multi-task

• Strong negotiation skills


• Proficiency in assigning and directing investigations

Education and Certifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience


• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

At Kinsale we offer the following great benefits:

• Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance and initiative.


• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $7,000 (family) in HSA contributions per year.


• Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off including 22 days of PTO and 10 paid company holidays.


• Career Growth – Clear promotion paths, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.


• Retirement & Security – Up to 6% matching 401(k) contributions on base salary and bonus, standard life insurance, and disability coverage.


• Continuous Learning – Annual $3,000 reimbursement for educational training and certifications (CLE's)

Kinsale values strong financial responsibility.  A credit check will be conducted as a part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgement, trustworthiness, or access to sensitive information.