Paul Rosner, J.D., CPCU, is a managing shareholder with Soha & Lang who has worked in the property and casualty field since 1989. He is a former casualty adjuster, large loss property adjuster, claims supervisor, and claims manager. As an attorney, he focuses his practice on property and casualty insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. He has also served as an expert witness on insurance bad faith and claims handling. Together with Chris Hampshire, he dives into the attorney's role in insurance law, the increase of litigation in today's climate, and the impact that insurance has on every aspect of law.
Key Takeaways
From liability adjuster to coverage attorney, Paul highlights his career journey.
The motivation behind earning a CPCU designation.
An overview of the benefits of CPCU involvement to Paul's career.
What attracted Paul to the claims aspect of the industry?
Surprises about claims that Paul only discovered as an attorney.
Advice for identifying a specialty within risk management.
Paul's methodology for solving problems on a case by case basis.
A look at the why behind litigation claims in today's climate.
Getting more comfortable with presenting starts with just doing more presentations.
The impact that increased inclusion has in addressing the talent gap in insurance.
Improving the message inviting people to join the insurance agency.
A five-year look to the future of risk management.
Paul's message to new talent considering the insurance industry.
Quotes
"Having a background in claims was really helpful to working as a coverage lawyer for insurance companies."
"My CPCU designation has been fantastic for my career for many reasons."
"I enjoy trying to help find a solution that will help the insured get the insurer case resolved with as little litigation as possible."
"Together as a firm we are stronger by having diversity in all areas."
"As an attorney, not matter what area you work in, insurance is going to touch on what you do."
