Senior Trial Counsel, Insurance Defense

The Travelers Indemnity Company; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Volunteer program

Job summary

Travelers is seeking a Senior Counsel to manage a high-exposure caseload and handle complex litigation, including major case matters. You will leverage trial experience to push for verdicts or negotiated resolutions while mentoring junior attorneys and coordinating with experts.

The role requires 7+ years of insurance defense work, strong advocacy, and the ability to present complex legal issues clearly to diverse audiences. A robust benefits package accompanies the position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong aptitude for trying cases to a jury; proven track record of litigating jury trials, with a history of successful courtroom outcomes.
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge in the practice area(s) and the ability to effectively communicate complex information on litigated matters to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of higher exposure cases and complex litigation, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters.
• Apply litigation skills to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions.
• Conduct advanced legal research and draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents.
• Attend court events, depositions, and other appointments independently.
• Provide in-depth case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and Claim partners on file handling strategies.
• Collaborate with expert witnesses and consultants to develop case strategies and prepare testimony for litigation.
• Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships; mentor attorneys and staff.
• Fully utilize technology and case management systems; travel as required.

Skills

Trial experience

Litigation management

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate or equivalent

Active license to practice law

Graduate of accredited law school

Job description

Travelers is seeking a Senior Counsel to manage a high-exposure caseload and handle complex litigation, including major case matters. You will leverage trial experience to push for verdicts or negotiated resolutions while mentoring junior attorneys and coordinating with experts.

The role requires 7+ years of insurance defense work, strong advocacy, and the ability to present complex legal issues clearly to diverse audiences. A robust benefits package accompanies the position.