Practice Group Coordinator / Manager - General Liability
Company: KAHANA & FELD LLP
Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: December 30, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: The Practice Group
Coordinator - General Liability or Practice Group Manager - General
Liability, based on experience, will support operations within a
specific practice area of the firm in conjunction with firm and
General Liability practice leaders. This includes: having a deep
understanding of carrier guidelines and industry expectations;
coordinating with the firm’s General Liability attorneys to ensure
compliance with guidelines and expectations, along with any related
training to achieve that goal; collaborating with the firm’s
Firmwide Training & Development Attorney; coordinating with firm
and General Liability practice leaders to operationalize their
vision; ensuring effective communications, relationships, and
workflows, as applicable, with (1) clients at the direction of firm
and General Liability practice leaders; and (2) the practice group
to meet the firm’s strategic, business, financial, operational, and
administrative objectives. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role
that requires exceptional organizational skills, a strong
understanding of litigation and general liability legal processes
and matter lifecycles, and the ability to liaise effectively with
and between attorneys, firm leaders, and administrative
departments. The Practice Group Coordinator / Manager – General
Liability ensures that each constituency is well supported, aligned
with firm priorities, and equipped to deliver outstanding service
internally and externally. Duties and Responsibilities Operational
Management Help run and improve the daily operations of the
practice group by collaborating closely with firm and practice
leaders. Ensure that the attorneys and paralegals in the practice
maintain a balanced workload while meeting client needs promptly,
in conjunction with the staffing team. Work with practice and firm
leaders to understand business goals, plan for future needs, and
allocate resources effectively. Set up and manage reports,
workflows, task tracking, calendars, and systems for organizing
legal information tailored to the practice’s needs to achieve its
objectives. Serve as a key contact between firm and practice
leaders, timekeepers, and the firm’s support departments (billing,
people ops, IT, marketing, etc.) to advance the practice’s goals
and cross departmental needs. Identify and implement improvements
to processes and workflows, leveraging the firm’s technology
resources, essential steps at matter inception and close, and other
proven methods throughout the matter lifecycle. Business
Development and Support Collaborate with attorneys to develop and
implement marketing strategies that promote practice group
capabilities to existing and prospective clients. Support the
group’s specific needs, including creating guides, managing
research tools, ensuring compliance with document standards, and
coordinating team activities. Communication and Coordination Plan
and organize regular meetings, training sessions, and communication
efforts as directed by practice leaders to keep all members
informed and aligned, in conjunction with the firm’s Firmwide
Training & Development Attorney. Provide best practice
recommendations for communicating a range of topics to insurance
carriers and their adjustors. Project Management Oversee special
projects within the practice, ensuring timely delivery and
effective resource allocation. Oversee the completion and closure
of matters upon final resolution. Maintain updated client and
prospect databases, ensuring quality information that supports
business development efforts, in conjunction with the marketing
team. Compliance and Best Practices Ensure compliance with legal
and regulatory requirements relevant to the practice area. Create
and update practice group procedures to follow best practices and
maintain current knowledge management documentation, templates, and
research tips, in conjunction with the firm’s Firmwide Training &
Development Attorney. Identify and track upcoming trial dates and
potential large-loss matters, keeping firm and practice leaders
informed about the status of these cases and resources needed.
Create and maintain case lists and assist with organizational
materials for cases, in conjunction with the staffing team. Ensure
all client-related communications are appropriately filed in the
firm’s document management system. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree
in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field a
plus. Minimum of 3 years of experience handling general liability
claims for an insurance carrier (litigated and non-litigated)
preferred. 5 years’ experience as a claims’ adjustor handling
general liability claims a plus. Experience with and understanding
of carrier guidelines and basis for them, along with methods for
compliance. Advanced excel skills, including pivot tables.
Demonstrate sound judgment and the capacity to make timely and
defensible decisions. Ability to balance claim volume with accuracy
and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and
communication skills; ability to present complex information
clearly. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice
management software. Familiarity with marketing tools and CRM
systems. Ability to build relationships across firm departments.
High-level interpersonal communication skills. This job description
reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does
not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Equal
Opportunity Employer Kahana Feld provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to
all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,
transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Job Type
Full-Time, Exempt Work Location Hybrid Physical Requirements
Primarily sedentary work. Exerting up to 30 pounds of force
occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists,
hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual
acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data
and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive
reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires
the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a
vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Work can be performed
with or without accommodations. Travel 10-30% domestic travel by
car and plane. Salary Range Based on experience, generally $85,000
- $125,000 Requirements:
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