Underwriting Counsel at Fidelity National Financial

POSITION OVERVIEW

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) and its family of companies, is seeking an entrepreneurial and motivated Underwriting Counsel to support our agency operations in Kentucky. This is a high-impact role for a licensed Kentucky attorney with deep knowledge of Kentucky real estate law, and a passion for education and client engagement. This position plays a key role in supporting title agents, resolving complex underwriting issues, and educating customers on the best title practices, all while helping move real estate transactions toward a successful closing. You will be a legal and strategic partner, working alongside our sales team to deliver value through training, consulting, and hands-on support.

LOCATION

• This is an onsite position in our Louisville, KY office with occasional travel up to 10%.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal underwriting guidance to residential title agents and direct operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of title issues.
• Conduct underwriting reviews for Kentucky-based transactions, with a strong command of local real estate statutes and legal precedents.
• Support commercial underwriting as needed, though most work will be agency focused.
• Serve as a go-to resource for agents and internal teams on Kentucky-specific title and escrow matters.
• Deliver live training and educational presentations to agents at workshops, webinars, and office visits (in-state travel required, approximately 10%).
• Contribute to growing our market share in Kentucky through consultative underwriting, thought leadership, and relationship building.
• Help customers and their clients get transactions to the finish line with professionalism, agility, and deep legal insight.
• Build and maintain a reputation as a trusted legal advisor and champion for agent success.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Kentucky.
• Requires 3+ years of legal or underwriting experience in the title industry, preferably within a high-volume or agency-focused environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Kentucky real estate law, title insurance, and escrow practices.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to lead in-person and virtual education sessions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Existing relationships or a book of business in Kentucky is a strong plus.