Robert Lucas, Jr.
Carmichael, CA. 95608
Cell 916-***-****
*****@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Professional seeking a Full-Time position within the Sacramento metro-area. I am a self-motivated and trustworthy individual with exceptional work ethic and leadership experience. Currently I am seeking a position that enables me to enhance my overall knowledge, possess a challenge, and has potential growth.
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Resolution Manager
GALLAGHER BASSETT 8/2019-5/2020
·Assessed liability; investigated complex coverage issues of commercial claims
·Investigated construction defect claims, commercial auto, general liability, first and third-party property damage, commercial property
·Assigned and directed counsel of litigated claims
·Directed and guided independent adjusters through allocated budgets
·Attended Mandatory Settlement Conferences and Mediations
·Negotiated and settled litigated property and injury claims of represented and non-represented individuals
·Negotiated and settled total losses of property and automobile claims
·Subrogated and pursued third party tortfeasors for recovery
Senior Casualty Adjuster
YORK RISK CLAIM SERVICES GROUP INC. 7/2014-2/2018
·Assessed liability; investigated complex coverage issues of commercial claims
·Investigated claims of commercial auto, general liability, first and third-party property damage, commercial property, inland marine and product defects
·Assigned and directed counsel of litigated claims
·Directed and guided independent adjusters through allocated budgets
·Attended Mandatory Settlement Conferences and Mediations
·Negotiated and settled litigated property and injury claims of represented and non-represented individuals
·Negotiated and settled total losses of property and automobile claims
·Subrogated and pursued third party tortfeasors for recovery
Meadowbrook Insurance Group, Roseville, CA 11/2009-7/2014
CLAIM REPRESENTATIVE II
·Assessed liability; investigated complex coverage issues of commercial claims
·Investigated claims of construction defects of commercial and residential units, commercial auto, general liability, first and third-party property damage, commercial property, inland marine and product defects
·Assigned and directed counsel of litigated claims
·Directed and guided independent adjusters through allocated budget guide lines
·Attended Mandatory Settlement Conferences and Mediations
·Negotiated and settled litigated property and injury claims of represented and non-represented individuals
·Negotiated and settled total losses of property and automobile claims
·Subrogated and pursued third party tortfeasors for recovery
CLAIM CONSULTANT, CONTRACTOR (Commercial Lines)
Zurich North America, San Francisco, CA 7/2008-5/2009
·Assessed liability, investigated complex coverage issues of boiler, machinery and equipment breakdown claims
·Assigned, directed and guided independent adjusters through allocated budget guidelines
·Investigated, negotiated and settled first party commercial property damage and business interruption claims
SENIOR CLAIMS REPRESENTATIVE
NovaPro Risk Solutions, Concord, CA 7/2006-2/2008
·Assessed liability, investigated construction defect allegations of residential and commercial units, as well as complex completed operation coverage issues
·Negotiated directly with co-carriers, defense, developer and plaintiff counsel settlement of property damage claims
·Directed and conversed with staff and panel counsel in the investigation, assignment of defense experts and negotiation of third-party property damage claims
·Directly involved in Mediations and Settlement Conferences along with staff and panel counsel. Dedicated adjuster dealing with subcontractor and developer issues of specified accounts on a fully litigated desk
·Adjusted construction defect claims in Oregon, California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas and Arizona
CLAIM SPECIALIST, CONTRACTOR (Commercial Lines)
Royal Sun & Alliance Insurance Company, Walnut Creek, CA 7/2005-7/2006
·Assessed liability; investigated construction defect allegations of residential and commercial units as well as complex completed operation coverage issues
·Negotiated directly with co-carriers, developer and plaintiff counsel settlement of property damage claims
·Directed and conversed with staff and panel counsel in the investigation, assignment of defense experts and negotiation of third-party property damage claims
·Directly involved in Mediations and Settlement Conferences along with staff and panel counsel
·Dedicated adjuster dealing with subcontractor and developer issues of specified accounts on a fully litigated desk
·Adjusted construction defect claims in Nevada, California, and Arizona
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
University of Pittsburgh – BA Business Administration