Senior Associate Counsel & Office Leader (Trial & Strategy)

Jobtailor; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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

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.