John's Story
Name: John
Job Title: Assistant General Counsel
Years with Grinnell Mutual: 22
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Governmental Economics and Law Degree, University of Illinois
Designation: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
The legal department at Grinnell Mutual plays several roles, including supervising litigation against our insureds or our company, hiring external counsel, and providing legal advice for departments within the company.
As an assistant general counsel, I handle more than 100 litigated suits and supervise two other attorneys as well as the Subrogation/Arbitration unit. Before joining Grinnell Mutual, I served as an associate with a corporate and insurance defense law firm in Peoria, Ill. That’s how I discovered Grinnell Mutual’s reputation for financial soundness and care for its policyholders.
Grinnell Mutual is not too large or too small. Insureds and agents feel comfortable calling to speak with lawyers here. As an experienced counsel, I can also offer insurance policy language recommendations and see them implemented in the policies Grinnell Mutual offers. I see that I make an immediate difference. It’s a financially stable company that offers excellent benefits to its employees.
For someone who doesn’t want to live in an urban setting, but wants the benefits of a good, stable business with open, accommodating, and diverse people, all in a small community—Grinnell, Iowa, is the place to be. If I want to take a long walk in the woods to clear my mind, I can head for the Krumm Forest Preserve, less than 10 minutes away by car. There are bike paths all over central Iowa. If that sounds appealing, Grinnell Mutual may be the place for you.
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