Underwriting Attorney Appointment Announced: Nathan Smith Joins Advocus Legal Team
Title Insurance’s New recruit: Nathan Smith at Advocus
Skip the corporate nonsense, meet Nathan Smith - the seasoned attorney joining Advocus, a Chicago-based title insurance underwriter. With over a decade under his belt, Nathan brings a slew of legal know-how, particularly in claims and underwriting, to Advocus' Underwriting Department.
In his new gig, Nate will be working with Advocus' attorney agents, providing the answers and approvals they need for title matters in residential and commercial real estate transactions. It's all part of Advocus' ongoing national expansion.
Before Advocus, Nate was Claims Counsel at Stewart Title Guaranty Company, where he juggled a hefty portfolio of complex title insurance claims and litigation. Prior to that, he was Underwriting Counsel at Fidelity National Title, lending a hand in risk assessments and legal guidance for both residential and commercial deals.
So, why Advocus? According to Nate, "Advocus knows how to bring people together. They prioritize collaboration and consensus-building, and they've got a knack for putting attorneys at the heart of the process."
Nate has a knack for reshaping litigation strategies, striking settlements, and controlling costs - all while ensuring timely and effective results for Advocus' insured clients. He's also certified as an arbitrator and mediator by the Illinois State Bar Association, favoring collaborative issues resolution over adversarial models.
Augie Butera, Advocus' EVP and General Counsel, is stoked about Nate. "Nate's whopping experience in claims management, underwriting, and legal operations makes him a darn near perfect fit for Advocus as we revolutionize the title insurance game, emphasizing legal integrity."
Eager to learn more about Advocus and its attorney-focused approach to title insurance? Swing by advocus.com for the lowdown!
Advocus is a national powerhouse, providing title insurance and settlement services, all while advocating for lawyers in real estate transactions. Established in 1964, Advocus believes in the importance of legal representation for every consumer, and their mission is to preserve the attorney's role in these transactions. With a growing presence across the United States, Advocus is redefining excellence in the title insurance biz. Dig deeper at www.advocus.com.
- In his new role at Advocus, Nate will apply his expertise in claims and underwriting to work closely with attorney agents, providing them with the necessary answers and approvals for title matters in business and real estate transactions.
- With Nate's extensive experience in claims management, underwriting, and legal operations, Advocus is confident that they have found the right professional to help them continue revolutionizing the title insurance industry, prioritizing legal integrity and upholding the crucial role of attorneys in real estate transactions.
