AmTrust Title hires James Gosdin as head of direct underwriting

Gosdin previously served as senior vice president and chief underwriting counsel for Stewart Title Guaranty Co. and has underwritten title insurance transactions nationwide, including reinsurance and international title insurance transactions.

“AmTrust Title continues to build new capabilities within the title industry and expand across the U.S.,” said Gosdin. “I’m looking forward to working with the team to support the company’s future growth.” 

“We are excited to welcome Jim to our team,” said Jeffrey Fenster, head of North American specialty risk at AmTrust. “His industry knowledge and experience are unparalleled. He will continue to build on our strong underwriting expertise to provide top-level service to our clients and partners.”

Gosdin is a member and past chair of the American Land Title Association (ALTA) forms committee and participates in the ALTA/NSPS Land Survey Work Group, the ALTA Native American Lands Work Group and the ALTA State Legislative and Regulatory Action Committee.

He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Texas Bar Association, and the Houston Bar Association and a contributor to the Texas Title Standards Joint Editorial Board. In addition, he is a Fellow of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys and member of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers.

He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law.

Gosdin is also board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in farm and ranch, commercial, and residential real estate.