Draft, review, and negotiate the full range of legal documents relating to various claims as well as logistics services-related agreements, including warehouse management agreements and transportation agreements for multiple modes of transportation
Internal communication with relevant stakeholders and external communication with insurance brokers, carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, etc.
Analyze collected data to determine claim validity and coverage and/or liability
Provide legal advice to internal clients for the resolution of claims and complaints
Identify legislative and regulatory changes and recommend appropriate action
Act as the internal subject matter expert to provide interpretation and explanation of contracts, applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to claims
Represent SL Legal in internal and external meetings, and communicate accordingly with third-party bodies such as customers, vendors, partners, outside counsel, auditors, insurance brokers/carriers, and the like
Develop and distribute key reports and analyses, including claim reports and ad hoc reports for management
Promote legal compliance and best practices across the business
Deliver training and training materials to the business on key legal areas
Work within company guidelines to review, analyze, and negotiate contractual agreements with customers, shippers, consignees, or carriers
Escalate and coordinate with External Claims Adjusters (e.g., cargo/freight forwarders insurance carriers, etc.) in order to resolve claims issues
Assist in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for logistics processes and claims
Develop, prepare, and implement claims litigation strategy, including affecting settlements and insurance coverage limits
Work toward the resolution of claims files and attend arbitrations, mediations, or trials as necessary
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements/Qualifications:
Active member of Texas bar license in good standing
At least 6 years' relevant legal working experience, particularly in trucks/trailers, cargo/freight damages, property damages, maritime claims, disputes, and insurance
Able to produce reports to support findings and analyses
Extremely organized and detail-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate information in a clear and understandable manner
Positive attitude and high energy to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain a sense of urgency, and perform with a clear head under pressure
Self-motivated individual, assertive attitude, excel in a team-based environment yet able to work independently
Be able to multitask and collaborate across different time zones
Strong customer service, people skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web-based applications, claims platform
Travel %: up to 10% throughout the U.S.
Work Location: Hybrid (WFH + Onsite: TX office Min. 3 days)