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Attorney Audit Specialist

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We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials.  At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers. 

 

Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture!  To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. 

 

Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )

We are adding an Attorney Audit Specialist to join our Legal Bill Review team! This is a remote position. We are seeking candidates with litigation and/or billing/bill auditing experience. Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential up to 15% of the salary, generous 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, and much more all without the stress of billable hours! 

Job Summary

Responsible for reviewing large and/or complex legal bills and resolving billing appeals presented by Farmers panel counsel.

Essential Job Functions

  • Oversee the review and payment of legal invoices to determine compliance with Farmers Litigation Guidelines and/or the reasonableness and appropriateness of the charges.
  • In this capacity as a functional leader, provide guidance and support to the audit specialists. 
  • Review invoices over $25,000 and also any invoices reviewed initially by an audit specialist where deductions exceed 25% of the total billed.
  • Additionally, audit complex legal invoices to determine compliance with Farmers Litigation Guidelines and/or whether the activities are necessary in light of the circumstances of the litigation.
  • Handle all appeals of deductions made by the firms.
  • Communication with counsel relative to appeal findings along with negotiating credits to firms is necessary.
  • Develop form and brief bank to assist in developing best practices in litigation management.
  • Research and update Ethics Manual regarding Litigation Billing Guidelines and auditing of legal bills.
  • Provide input into performance management discussions of LBR Unit members.
  • Maintain awareness of litigation management audit industry issues/trends and provide feedback to Claims regarding positive and negative patterns and trends.
  • Develop litigation management audit best practices.
  • Review and provide trend analysis regarding actual to budgeted expenditures by case type and firm.
  • Provide recommendations to Claims regarding case cost and budgeting practices.
  • May perform site audits and single file audits, as needed.
  • Complete special projects as assigned.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Actions

BendingPullingSorting Carrying up to 20 lbs. PushingSpeaking (English) ClimbingReachingStanding Key enteringReading (English)Walking KneelingSeeingWriting (English)

Physical Environment

Required job duties are normally performed in a climate- controlled office environment, but with exposure to some or all of the following environments when in the field: Uncontrolled outside environmental conditions Excessive Noise Levels Chemicals Chemical/Biological Conditions Moving Mechanical Parts Areas considered dangerous Conditions, which could affect the respiratory system or skin such as: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, oils, smoke, soot, or poor ventilation.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree, law school degree and a member in good standing of a State Bar required.

Experience Requirements

At least two years as a Staff Attorney or comparable outside experience required. Insurance experience helpful.

Special Skill Requirement

Communication Organizational and time management skills Presentation skills Knowledge of legal/administrative law processes Personal Computer Literate Valid driver's license Bondable

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $84,640 - $134,530
    o CO Only: $79,360 - $116,380 
    o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $79,360 - $124,300
    o MA Only: $79,360 - $124,300 
  • o MD Only: $79,360 - $124,300
    o NY/DC/NJ Only: $79,360 - $134,530 
             o Albany County: $84,640 - $116,380 
    o WA Only:  $79,360 - $141,250 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

 

Spokane, WA only:  Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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