Chicago-based title insurance underwriter Advocus National Title Insurance Co. recently added attorney Nathan Smith to its underwriting department.
In his new role, Smith will be responsible for providing underwriting assistance by working with Advocus’ attorney agents. Day to day, his duties will consist of answering questions and providing approval for title matters concerning residential and commercial real estate transactions in the context of Advocus’ ongoing national expansion.
Most recently, Smith served as claims counsel at Stewart Title Guaranty Co. where he managed a portfolio of complex title insurance claims and litigation. Smith also worked as underwriting counsel at Fidelity National Title, where he performed risk assessments and provided legal guidance on residential and commercial transactions.
“Through our tried-and-true procedures and culture of collaboration and consensus-building, Advocus knows how to bring people together,” Smith said in a release. “Advocus stands out for putting attorneys at the center of the process, and I am absolutely thrilled to contribute to a team that has reshaped, and continues to set, the standard for what the process can and should be.”
An Advocus leader said Smith has built a solid record of delivering results for clients.
“Nathan’s experience at the intersection of claims management, underwriting, and legal operations makes him a perfect fit for Advocus as we continue to build a differentiated model grounded in legal integrity,” Advocus Executive Vice President and General Counsel Augie Butera said. “His track record of delivering results and educating peers exemplifies the values we bring to our agents and other customers every day.”