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Travelers is an insurance company serving individuals and businesses with coverage supported by specialty expertise, risk control, underwriting, technology and analytics, and sales teams. Its work centers on helping customers prepare for uncertainty while developing new approaches to insurance and planning for future risks. Travelers also highlights community involvement, diversity, sustainability, continuous learning, and professional growth across its operations in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Its career opportunities span roles for experienced professionals and emerging talent.
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Senior Insurance Defense Counsel, Claims

Lead complex, high-exposure insurance defense claims for Travelers, a national property and casualty insurer. Try cases, advise insured clients, and mentor attorneys.

USUnited StatesPAPennsylvania
$132,800 – $219,100 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneral Counsel

Description

  • Independently manage a caseload of high-exposure cases and complex litigation.
  • Try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions using litigation skills and techniques.
  • Conduct advanced legal research.
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other legal documents.
  • Independently attend court events, depositions, and other appointments.
  • Provide substantive case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and Claims partners.
  • Work with expert witnesses and consultants on case strategy, technical matters, and testimony.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external clients and business partners.
  • Provide training, seminars, and legal updates.
  • Mentor attorneys and legal support staff.
  • Launch special projects that support office goals and business needs.
  • Use technology, case management systems, and automation effectively.
  • Travel as needed to meet business requirements.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor or equivalent international law degree.
  • Graduate of an accredited law school.
  • At least seven years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney.
  • At least seven years of experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Active license in good standing to practice law in each state where representation is required.
  • Demonstrated success litigating jury trials and achieving courtroom outcomes.
  • Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas.
  • Advanced oral and written advocacy skills.
  • A record of success with summary judgment motions and/or appeals.
  • In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and opposing counsel.
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness.
  • Ability to handle hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions, and other court proceedings.
  • Ability to travel to required meetings.
  • A valid driver's license is required depending on location.

Benefits

  • Health insurance for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
  • Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match on the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
  • Paying it Forward Savings Program, with annual 401(k) contributions for student loan payments.
  • Pension plan funded entirely by Travelers.
  • At least 20 days of paid time off per year.
  • Nine paid company holidays.
  • Wellness program offering tools, discounts, resources, health coaching, caregiving support, and free professional counseling.
  • Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.
  • Professional development through a national legal organization.

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