Counsel — Workers’ Compensation Defense (Litigation)

Travelers; United States; On-site; USD 109,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Volunteer/Community programs

Job summary

Travelers is seeking a Counsel in the United States to handle litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company, from inception through trial and appeal. You will manage a caseload of low to moderate complexity with high-quality, proactive case handling and will advise insured clients and claim partners on file strategies.

The ideal candidate has a JD, 2 years as a practicing attorney, an active license, and strong writing and advocacy skills, with willingness to travel as

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Proactive case handling with strong research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply litigation skills to try cases or negotiate resolutions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other documents.
• Attend court events, depositions and appointments independently.

Skills

Strong communication

Persuasive writing

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Active license to practice law

Job description

Travelers is seeking a Counsel in the United States to handle litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company, from inception through trial and appeal. You will manage a caseload of low to moderate complexity with high-quality, proactive case handling and will advise insured clients and claim partners on file strategies.

The ideal candidate has a JD, 2 years as a practicing attorney, an active license, and strong writing and advocacy skills, with willingness to travel as