Insurance Defense Counsel — Trial & Client Strategist

Travelers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness program

Volunteer matching gifts

Job summary

Travelers is seeking a Counsel to manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, leveraging litigation expertise from inception through trial and appeal. The role emphasizes independent case handling, strong client communication, and strategic advice for insured clients and claim partners.

You will draft pleadings, conduct research, and appear at court events while traveling as needed. The role requires a JD, active licensure, and at least 3 years of relevant experience in a national

Qualifications

• 3+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience independently handling cases from inception through trial/hearing & appeal.
• Strong communication skills for presenting information to diverse audiences.
• Persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong legal research skills and ability to utilize technology.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity, delivering optimal results.
• Develop and apply litigation skills to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other documents.
• Attend court events, depositions, and appointments independently.
• Provide case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and claim partners on file handling strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and business partners.

Skills

Insurance defense litigation

Independent case handling

Strong communication

Persuasive legal writing

Legal research

Negotiation skills

Time management

Willingness to travel

Education

Juris Doctorate

Active license to practice law

Job description

Travelers is seeking a Counsel to manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, leveraging litigation expertise from inception through trial and appeal. The role emphasizes independent case handling, strong client communication, and strategic advice for insured clients and claim partners.

You will draft pleadings, conduct research, and appear at court events while traveling as needed. The role requires a JD, active licensure, and at least 3 years of relevant experience in a national