Insurance Assistant General Counsel

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Insurance Assistant General Counsel

U-Haul International, Inc. and Repwest Insurance seeks an experienced In-House Counsel with 5+ years of relevant experience to support legal, insurance, and claims matters arising from auto rental operations and auto insurance programs. This in-office role will work closely with insurers, a third-party claims administrator (TPA), and outside counsel to manage a high-volume litigation and claims portfolio, with a focus on coverage, bad faith analysis, and strategic risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct insurance coverage and bad faith analysis related to auto rental and auto insurance claims

• Evaluate and address insurance conflicts, including primary/excess coverage issues and insurer obligations

• Partner with and assist a third-party claims administrator (TPA) in the handling and resolution of auto liability, bodily injury, property damage, and related claims

• Review and analyze complaints, pleadings, discovery, and motion practice in auto-related litigation

• Perform settlement analysis, including exposure assessment, liability evaluation, and strategic recommendations

• Monitor and manage outside defense counsel, including oversight of litigation strategy, budgets, and performance

• Provide coverage analysis and legal research involving auto policies, rental agreements, indemnity provisions, and statutory frameworks

• Manage a large portfolio of auto-related matters, prioritizing workload and ensuring timely resolution

• Communicate effectively with internal business partners, insurers, TPAs, and external counsel regarding risk, strategy, and outcomes

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• 5+ years of experience in auto insurance, insurance defense, coverage, bad faith, or in-house claims/legal roles

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (in good standing)

• Strong knowledge of auto liability, insurance coverage, claims handling practices, and litigation processes

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters independently in a high-volume environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proven self-starter with sound judgment and strong organizational skills

Additional Requirements:

• Light travel required

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice

Salary requirements must be submitted with resume. We will not consider any candidates who do not include salary requirements.

U-Haul Offers:

• Full Medical coverage

• Prescription plans

• Dental & Vision Plans

• New indoor fitness gym

• Gym Reimbursement Program

• Registered Dietitian Program

• Weight Watchers

• Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

• Career stability

• Opportunities for advancement

• Valuable on-the-job training

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University

• Business and travel insurance

• You Matter Employee Assistance Program

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Life insurance

• Critical Illness/Group Accident

• 24-hour physician available for kids

• MetLaw Legal program

• MetLife auto and home insurance

• Mindset App Program

• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more

• LifeLock Identity Theft

• Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness

• Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program

• U-Haul Federal Credit Union

• Wellness Program

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.