Taraleigh Mahdi
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced Insurance Specialist successful at managing high caseloads in fast-paced environments. Organized, driven and adaptable with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities. Offering 20 years of experience and willingness to take on any challenge.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Specialist
State Farm Insurance
Tempe, AZ
03.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with company and outside attorneys and juror specialists to recommend effective strategies for liability and commercial large loss cases.
- Assisted litigation attorneys with research, depositions, trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal.
- Researched and analyzed complex claims to determine next steps and possible outcomes.
- Conducted risk evaluations on claims settlement proposals to encourage sound decision-making regarding settlement offers.
- Successfully managed a caseload of 50+ claim litigation files by conducting thorough investigations, analyzing evidence, and developing effective legal strategies with outside counsel to resolve claims in a timely manner.
- Directed claims negotiations within allowable limit of $100,000 and supported successful litigations for advanced issues
Claim Analyst
State Farm Insurance
Tempe, AZ
07.2015 - 03.2020
- Viewed reports regularly to make sure processing was conducted efficiently..
- Identified key areas not performing well and implemented effective, new processes.
- Encouraged stakeholders to approach assessments analytically and offer unique insights to bring new understanding to risk management programs.
- Analyzed information gathered by investigation and reported findings and recommendations.
Claim Supervisor
State Farm Insurance
Frederick, MD
04.2010 - 07.2015
- Monitored team performance, enforcing compliance with corporate claims processes and procedures.
- Investigated, evaluated and adjusted multi-line claims in accordance with standards and laws.
- Optimized case management with establishment of best practices.
- Built talented teams of 10+ claims specialists dedicated to timely and compliant resolutions.
- Championed insurance claims process by providing expert knowledge and building positive, trusting relationship to support clients during challenging times.
- Collaborated with lead attorney and juror specialist to recommend effective strategies for Property and Casualty cases.
Claim Specialist
State Farm Insurance
Frederick, MD
06.2003 - 04.2010
- Investigated and assessed insurance claims, utilizing strong analytical skills to determine coverage eligibility and liability.
- Collaborated with clients, attorneys, and insurance adjusters to negotiate settlements and resolve complex claims in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Managed high volume of claims, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental goals for productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Identifying subrogation in all files with an average collection of $30,000 per month.
- Supported administration and research processes for casualty litigation cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05.2003
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD05.2001
Skills
- Negotiation Leadership
- Attorney Collaboration
- Client Relationships
- Insurance Industry Experience
- Process evaluation
- Case support abilities
- Legal Research
Interests
Currently studying both Spanish and Arabic languages
Seinfeld
Dog Foster Mom
DIY'er
Additional Information
City of Mesa Leadership Program graduate 2017
Volunteer Coordinator for 10k+ home neighborhood for many activities throughout the year
Every year starting in 2016, collected school supplies for Tempe Public Schools
Timeline
Litigation Specialist
State Farm Insurance
03.2020 - Current
Claim Analyst
State Farm Insurance
07.2015 - 03.2020
Claim Supervisor
State Farm Insurance
04.2010 - 07.2015
Claim Specialist
State Farm Insurance
06.2003 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Towson University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Carroll Community College