Insurance Defense Counsel — Trial & Strategy

Travelers; Rancho Cordova, Sacramento (CA, CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Job summary

Travelers seeks a Counsel to handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity, focusing on insurance defense. You will manage cases from inception through trial, conduct research, draft documents, and advise insured clients and claim partners with strong client service and strategic input.

The role emphasizes effective collaboration with internal teams, efficient use of case management tools, and travel as needed to meet business needs. A JD and active licensure are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience independently handling cases from inception through trial/hearing & appeal.
• Strong communication skills and persuasive legal writing.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships with clients and partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply litigation skills to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions.
• Conduct legal research and present persuasive arguments.
• Draft 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.
• Build and maintain client relationships and advise on file strategies.
• Utilize technology and case management systems effectively.
• Travel as required to meet business needs.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Travelers seeks a Counsel to handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity, focusing on insurance defense. You will manage cases from inception through trial, conduct research, draft documents, and advise insured clients and claim partners with strong client service and strategic input.

The role emphasizes effective collaboration with internal teams, efficient use of case management tools, and travel as needed to meet business needs. A JD and active licensure are required.