Claims Mgr Court Prep Torts

Claims Mgr Court Prep Torts Job ID: 11684 Business Unit: New York City Transit Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: MATRIX LAW Date Posted: Oct 15, 2025 Description Claims Manager Court Prep Open Date: 5/6/2025 Close Date: Open Until Filled Authority: TA Department: Law Division/Unit: Torts Reports to: Assistant General Counsel Work Location: 130 Livingston Street, Brooklyn NY Work Hours: As required Compensation: Salary Range: $120,000 - $125,000 Summary: This position is responsible for the management of personnel who provide litigation support in a high-volume of personal injury and/or property damage lawsuits brought against MTA agencies. Works closely with Assistant General Counsel and litigation attorneys to facilitate the implementation of defense strategies designed to achieve favorable litigation outcomes. Duties include accurately assessing liability and damages exposures based on review of relevant factual and medical records and varied technical information; making appropriate staff assignments and evaluating results to ensure that discovery, trial preparation and assistance during trial are timely completed; appearing in court to aid defense counsel; preparing court calendars; reviewing and drafting reports for senior management. Responsibilities: u2022 Train, develop and manage personnel who assist staff attorneys and outside counsel obtain evidence critical to the defense of a high-volume of personal injury and/or property damage lawsuits. u2022 Manage staff assignments and evaluate results to ensure that discovery, trial preparation and assistance during trial are completed timely, efficiently and effectively to promote desired litigation outcomes. u2022 Accompany defense counsel to court to provide assistance during various stages of litigation, including settlement conferences and trials. u2022 Analyze litigation files and manage personnel to ensure that liability and damages exposures are accurately accessed. u2022 Make appropriate reserve and settlement recommendations and identify potential subrogation opportunities. u2022 Directly settle and manage personnel who settle lawsuits within approved settlement authority limits. u2022 Review and draft reports for senior management, including pre- and post- note of issue litigation reports and settlement memos. u2022 Serve as liaison between the torts department and operational departments, vendors and outside counsel. u2022 Extensive administrative responsibilities. u2022 Assist in the business goals of the MTA Legal Dept. in whatever manner as required by the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel - Torts. u2022 Work independently and collaboratively as part of a litigation team. u2022 Perform other duties as assigned by senior management. Education and Experience: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and experience in liability claims, investigations and adjustment of which one (1) year must have been in a supervisory capacity; or A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or experience Desired Skills: u2022 At least 15 years claims handling experience. u2022 Extensive knowledge of torts negligence law and medical claim evaluation and insurance adjusting industry. u2022 Excellent oral and written communication skills and negotiation techniques required with proven results. u2022 Proven ability to assess and prioritize a large volume of bodily injury and/or property damage claims. u2022 Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and settle lawsuits directly with plaintiffs or their counsel. u2022 Demonstrated ability to analyze medical records and varied technical information. u2022 Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a litigation team. u2022 Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are required. u2022 Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook and Excel. Other Information: Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the u201cCommissionu201d). Equal Employment Opportunity: MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Created: 2025-12-04