Attorney
Resume:
David A. Miller
Bow, New Hampshire *3304
http://www.linkedin.com/in/attorneydavidamiller/
SUMMARY
Accomplished corporate counsel with a proven ability to streamline legal functions and control
risk. Have initiated processes resulting in 30 percent reduction in costs and expenses.
Established highly valued claims center for two national insurers. Respected for ability to
manage and resolve complex disputes, with decorum and sound business judgment. An energetic
leader and supervisor. General practice areas include real estate, insurance, contracts, regulatory,
dispute resolution, litigation and crises management. Member Massachusetts and New
Hampshire Bar.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Counsel
Priority Title Services, Concord, NH 2012 2013
• Counsel to real estate settlement services firm
• Residential and commercial transactions
• Real estate dispute resolution
• Subdivision development and regulatory approval
Senior Claims Counsel/Vice President
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, Andover, MA 2009 2012
• Managed New England regional claims center. Mentored junior attorneys, paralegals and support staff in the
determination of coverage and implementation of contractual obligations, loss mitigation and dispute resolution
• Established best claims investigation and handling practices
• Liaison to underwriting department and management regarding high exposure claims
• Retained, supervised and managed outside counsel, including, case strategy, litigation budgets, briefs,
mediation and negotiation
• Commended for the development of enthusiastic, initiative taking team members, resulting in reduction of
caseload by 45 percent
Increased efficiencies resulted in increased customer satisfaction and elimination of
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consumer complaints and related regulatory inquiries
Received exemplary regulatory reviews and comments following two state insurance
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departments’ market conduct exams
Claims Center Manager/Vice President
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LandAmerica Financial Group, Inc., Manchester, NH 1997 2009
Established regional claims center with New England and Canadian oversight
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Successfully consolidated claim functions after merger of two companies
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Supervised a staff of three attorneys and two administrative assistants
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Provided guidance and ensured compliance with claims handling guidelines
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Consistent top performer in cost management and dispute resolution
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Recognized for litigation management and best practices
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Elite member Fraud Investigation Unit
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E D U C AT I O N
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, James Madison College,
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Juris Doctorate, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, Michigan
CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES
Member Massachusetts Bar-License 543023
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• Member New Hampshire Bar-
License 1755
• Admitted to practice, United
States District Court, NH
• Member New Hampshire Bar
Real Property Section
• Member Real Estate Bar
Association for Massachusetts
C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E / O R G A N I Z AT I O N
Host Family New York Fresh Air Fund 1997-2007
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Host Family PAX Student Exchange Program 1997, 2001, 2004, 2008 and 2012
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Volunteer New Hampshire Stay Warm Program
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Volunteer Adult Literacy Program
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