Associate Managing Counsel

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Oklahoma

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Travelers is seeking a Staff Counsel Lead to manage an office, guide litigation strategy and mentor attorneys. You will oversee case assignments, evaluate analyses and drive performance in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have a Juris Doctorate and 7+ years of trial-focused experience, with strong writing skills and change leadership capability. Travel to hearings or meetings may be required, and compliance with ethics and conduct standards is essential.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate or equivalent international law degree; from an accredited law school.
7 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Active license in good standing to practice law in required states.
Superior writing and lawyering skills, including trial skills.
Ability to lead teams, manage performance and implement strategies.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment and give clear guidance.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the office, serving as backup for Managing Counsel.
Ensure advocacy and results for insured customers and assigned Counsel.
Assign cases to Staff Counsel based on experience and skills.
Monitor case analyses, litigation plans, and trial reports for timeliness.
Provide feedback, coaching and professional development to attorneys.
Participate in Staff Counsel Leadership and management meetings.

Skills

Trial Skills

Legal Research

Case Analysis

Litigation Planning

Performance Management

Compliance Management

Financial Acumen

Legal Advocacy

Client Counseling

Strategic Implementation

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Quality Review Form

File Review Database

Job-Related Technologies

Job description

Lead and manage the office within the line of business, practice group or satellite office, including serving as backup for Managing Counsel
Ensure outstanding advocacy and excellent results for Travelers' insured customers and assigned Counsel
Assist in managing the office to meet financial expectations
Ensure compliance with Staff Counsel reporting requirements, productivity standards, Code of Conduct, ethics initiatives and office best practices
Manage staffing, performance, engagement, professional development and compensation
Promote inclusion, engagement, integrity and teamwork
Assign cases and initiatives to Staff Counsel based on attorneys' experience, knowledge and skill levels
Maintain caseload expectations and ensure timely completion of case analyses, litigation plans, evaluations, summaries, legal research and trial reports
Develop and implement strategies addressing office development opportunities
Conduct training as needed
Review files monthly using the Quality Review Form and file review database
Provide feedback and coaching to attorneys
Handle an appropriate caseload and achieve results through effective advocacy and trial skills
Counsel clients and business partners on legal matters and changes in the law
Support Managing Counsel with management information analysis and utilization management
Complete required reports, time records and expense reimbursement requests
Participate in the Staff Counsel Leadership team, committees, Regional Reviews, national projects and management meetings
Monitor external legal, business and tort trends
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school
7 years of experience as a practicing attorney
Prior project leadership and/or demonstrated informal or actual management experience
Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) where representation is required
Trial experience
Superior writing and lawyering skills, including trial skills
Strong change leadership and change management skills
Ability to collaborate in a team environment
Ability to prepare and present clear, concise, logical and well-organized information and advice
Influential presentation skills and business acumen
Proven ability to influence at all levels and develop, implement and execute effective strategies
Proficiency with job-related technologies and ability to promote technology use
Ability to provide direct feedback and manage underperformers
Superior business, legal and financial acumen
Ability to handle hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions or other court proceedings
Ability to transport to hearings, trials, meetings or other proceedings
Valid driver's license required depending on location

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong legal expertise with a Juris Doctorate, extensive trial experience, and superior writing and lawyering skills. Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and implement effective strategies while ensuring compliance and promoting a collaborative environment.

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