John Richmond
About John Richmond
John Richmond serves as the Claim Director for Casualty at RLI Insurance Company in Chesterfield, Missouri, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in litigation management and has held various legal positions, including Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP and Managing Trial Attorney at Nationwide.
Work at RLI Insurance Company
John Richmond serves as Claim Director, Casualty at RLI Insurance Company, a position he has held since 2023. He is based in Chesterfield, Missouri, and works on-site. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing casualty claims and managing the claims process to ensure effective resolution.
Previous Experience in Law and Insurance
Prior to his current role, John Richmond accumulated extensive experience in the legal and insurance sectors. He worked as a Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP for 19 years, where he developed his expertise in litigation. He also served as a Senior Attorney at AEGIS Professional Services for seven months and as a Managing Trial Attorney at Nationwide for six years, defending commercial and personal insureds in litigation.
Educational Background
John Richmond holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Saint Louis University, where he studied from 1990 to 1993. He furthered his education at Saint Louis University School of Law, earning a Juris Doctorate from 1993 to 1996. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in law and claims management.
Expertise in Litigation Management
John Richmond has significant experience in managing litigation from pre-suit demand through mediation and trial. He has specialized in liability claims, particularly for insurers in the moving, storage, and home delivery sectors. His work includes handling litigated and catastrophic matters, collaborating with technical experts, and providing risk reduction advice.
Roles in Liability Claims Management
Throughout his career, John Richmond has held various roles focused on liability claims management. He was a Liability Claims Manager at Vanliner Insurance Company and later served as the Director of Liability Claims for a brief period. His responsibilities included working closely with in-house counsel and business management to address budgeting and strategy development.