Insurance Defense Counsel — Lead Litigation & Strategy

Travelers Companies, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 112,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Volunteer Matching

Job summary

Travelers Companies, Inc. is seeking a Counsel to manage a caseload of low to moderate complexity and deliver value to insured clients. You will handle cases from inception through trial and appeal, using strong litigation and writing skills.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, active license, and 2+ years of attorney experience, with ability to travel as needed and collaborate with claim partners.

Qualifications

• JD or international equivalent; licensed to practice law in required states.
• 2+ years of practicing attorney experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply litigation skills to try cases or negotiate resolutions.
• Conduct legal research and produce persuasive writings and presentations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and related documents.
• Attend court events, depositions, and appointments.
• Provide case analyses and recommendations to insured clients and claim partners.

Skills

Strong communication

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Negotiation

Case management

multitasking

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Travelers Companies, Inc. is seeking a Counsel to manage a caseload of low to moderate complexity and deliver value to insured clients. You will handle cases from inception through trial and appeal, using strong litigation and writing skills.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, active license, and 2+ years of attorney experience, with ability to travel as needed and collaborate with claim partners.