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Forrest T Jones & Company

Assistant Counsel

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  • Kansas City, MO
October 29, 2024 Attorney

Job Description

Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company, and its affiliates (“FSL”), provide insurance and insurance related services to clients, corporations, employers and individuals. These services include providing benefits through innovative life and health insurance plans, financial services, and customized insurance products for niche markets. 

Position Summary

Responsible for providing legal consultation, advisory or legal services for FSL and its affiliates,  including specialized areas of insurance law, litigation, agreements, employment issues, and other various topics through assigned legal projects within the Legal Department under the direction of General Counsel. 

Expectations

  • Responsible for all aspects of legal services in assigned areas of legal specialization and responsible for developing and representing the organizations legal positions in the such areas
  • Assists in the preparation as well as review of agreements with administrators, vendors, or other entities
  • Provides legal counsel on a broad range of legal topics, including insurance, ERISA, probate, securities, tax, bankruptcy, trademark, etc.
  • Conducts legal research and investigation on insurance claim matters
  • Develops policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance

Competencies

  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, oral presentation, and organizational skills

Requisites

  • Juris Doctor; Bachelors of Arts or Bachelor of Science
  • Insurance experience preferred but not mandatory
  • Strong contract review/drafting experience



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