Overview In this Senior Counsel role, you independently manage a caseload of high-exposure and complex litigation for insured clients and the company. You will mentor junior attorneys, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and shape case strategy from inception to resolution. You contribute to our national legal organization with local client focus, delivering strong outcomes and trusted advice. The work sits at the intersection of litigation excellence and exceptional client service, in a culture built on innovation and collaboration.
Compensation / Benefits- Health insurance for employees and family
- 401(k) matching up to 5%
- Paying it Forward Savings Program
- Pension plan funded by Travelers
- Paid time off (minimum 20 days) + holidays
- Wellness program including mental health resources
Responsibilities- Manage a portfolio of high-exposure and complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters as appropriate
- Apply advanced litigation techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions
- Conduct extensive legal research and draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents
- Attend court events, depositions, and hearings independently
- Provide strategic case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and claims partners
- Collaborate with experts and consultants to develop case strategies and testimony
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and business partners; mentor junior attorneys and support staff
- Provide internal/external training and legal updates; initiate special projects to support office goals
- Leverage technology and case management systems; travel as needed
- Drive cross-functional coordination and contribute to office-wide initiatives
Key requirements- 7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Proven track record in jury trials and favorable courtroom outcomes
- Strong ability to communicate complex information to diverse audiences
- Advanced oral and written advocacy skills; success in summary judgment and appellate matters
- In-depth knowledge of bench and local jurisdictional practices; strong professional network
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, negotiation, and decision-making abilities
- Active license to practice law in the required state(s)
- Regularly handles hearings, trials, dispositive motions, and depositions; willingness to travel
- Juris Doctorate (or equivalent) and graduate of an accredited law school
- Valid driver's license depending on location
- collaborative mindset
- executive-level communication
- mentoring and coaching
- litigation strategy
- trial and appellate advocacy
- legal research and writing
