Supervisor

NJM Insurance Group
West Trenton, NJ

At NJM Insurance Group, a top-rated insurance company, we are seeking a Supervisor, Workers' Compensation Legal Subrogation at our West Trenton headquarters.

Job Responsibilities

Manage Subrogation Department workflow; reviewing claims for quality, process and accuracy; ensuring timely communications and accurate lien reimbursement calculations
Provide coaching and development opportunities to staff, ensuring alignment with NJM competencies and department workforce expectations
Facilitate team goals and objectives, in alignment with department operational plan and value proposition.
Conduct regular one on ones with staff to support growth and development, monitor performance standards and provide recognition.
Review and approve requests for lien waivers, within authority, including, but not limited to requests under N.J.S.A. 34:15-20
Review calculations for Orders Approving Settlements, Orders for Total Disability, Certifications under N.J.S.A. 34:15-12b
Coordinate and manage effective claim recoveries in the best interest of policyholders
Prepare subrogation claims analyses and attend claims reviews
Draft Preservation/Inspection Letters and interface with policyholders related to same
Review and provide authority for settlement negotiations of liens within authority
Manage complex claims, CAT Claims and Death claims for Subrogation investigation
Oversee referrals to outside law firm
Conduct monthly staff meetings
Manage projects related to subrogation recoveries
Prepare end of year analysis of subrogation recoveries
Provide and implement process improvements
Provide reporting of trends within the unit
Process overflow subrogation tasks
Interface and coordinate with legal defense counsel to ensure proper protection of lien rights
Monitors performance standards
Attend/Participate in Mediations as needed

Required Skills & Experience

Ability to collaborate with team to improve financial stewardship and service of policyholders
Ability to provide creative solutions to subrogation settlements, opportunities and processes
Knowledge of subrogation laws governing workers’ compensation in NJ, PA, NY, CT, DE, MD
Ability to handle pressure-based environment while maintaining professional demeanor
Proven communication skills with a strong phone presence in extensive communication. Must be able to handle difficult conversations and exhibit conflict management skills.
Ability to work within a team environment in a positive and cooperative manner
Take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion. Honor commitments and fulfill promises.
Ability to work remotely with excellent time management, self-discipline, and organizational skills.
Responsible for the accuracy and clarity of all documents.
Ability to provide effective leadership through coaching and development.

The salary range for this role is $86,000 - $108,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Team members receive a competitive Total Rewards package, including but not limited to a 401(k) with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions, Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and Disability coverage, generous PTO, Paid Sick Leave, and paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

posted April 23, 2025

Associate Attorney

Kelly & Miller LLC
Spring Lake, NJ

Company Description

Kelly & Miller, LLC is an emerging law firm established in 2023 and located in Spring Lake, New Jersey. Specializing in personal injury insurance defense work, the firm handles first-party claims, third-party claims, insurance coverage claims, and appellate matters. The founders, Mr. Kelly and Mr. Miller, are distinguished trial attorneys with a wealth of experience and success.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for an Associate Attorney at Kelly & Miller, LLC. The role involves participating in all aspects of the civil litigation process including conducting legal research, legal writing, drafting and filing motions, taking depositions, participating in alternative dispute resolution, interacting with clients, and negotiating settlements. While primarily based in Spring Lake, NJ, this role offers flexibility for some remote work.

Qualifications

Legal Advice and Research skills
Negotiation expertise
Strong grasp of Personal Injury and Insurance Defense Law
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in the state of New Jersey

Job Highlights

Very competitive compensation
Firm Sponsored Health Insurance
401K
Hybrid Work Environment
Opportunity for Advancement and Growth

Please send resume and cover letter to emiller@kellymillerlegal.com

posted January 21, 2025

Associate Counsels

GEICO is looking to hire multiple Associate Counsels to defend lawsuits filed in New Jersey courts and other first party insurance defense.
The positions are with GEICO Staff Counsel across multiple locations in New Jersey including Piscataway, Hackensack, West Orange and Marlton, NJ.

Job duties and responsibilities

Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
Rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, to include depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, and defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable

Qualifications

2 to 6+ years of experience in litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED
Admission to the New Jersey Bar REQUIRED
Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in New Jersey and meet and maintain licensing requirements including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable
Must be able to travel as required, including but not limited, to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences
Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization
Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information

Preferred Qualifications

Civil litigation experience
Insurance defense-related litigation experience
Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and written correspondence/email