Associate Sr. Counsel - Insurance Defense

Travelers • Atlanta, GA

1d • $123,400 - $203,600

About The Position

Travelers is seeking a Senior Counsel to independently handle a caseload of higher-exposure cases and complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters depending on the line of business. The role involves high-quality, proactive case handling and delivering results for Travelers’ insured customers. The Senior Counsel serves as a business partner and trusted advisor, maintains a local focus within a national legal organization, and mentors less experienced attorneys. Travelers’ legal organization handles litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company from inception through trial and appeal.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree from an accredited law school.
• At least 7 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) where representation is required.
• Regularly handles hearings, trials, dispositive-motion arguments, depositions, or other court proceedings, and can travel to those meetings.
• A valid driver's license is required depending on the location.

Nice To Haves

• 7 or more years of insurance-defense litigation experience.
• Strong aptitude for jury trials and a proven record of litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes.
• Strong technical knowledge in the practice area(s) and ability to explain complex litigated matters to diverse audiences.
• Advanced oral and written advocacy skills, with a track record of summary-judgment and/or appellate success.
• In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and adversaries.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Leadership, mentoring, and influencing skills.
• Sound decision-making and advanced negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness.
• Flexible and agile mindset and willingness to take on new challenges as needs evolve.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle higher-exposure cases and the most complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters depending on the line of business.
• Use trial experience and litigation techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolution.
• Conduct advanced legal research and prepare persuasive legal writing and presentations.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Attend court events, depositions, and other appointments independently.
• Provide insured clients and Claim partners with substantive case analysis and recommendations on file-handling strategies.
• Collaborate with expert witnesses and consultants to develop strategies, evaluate technical matters, and prepare testimony.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients and business partners, including independently managing those relationships.
• Provide training, seminars, and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners.
• Mentor attorneys and legal support staff.
• Initiate special projects and identify opportunities to support office goals and business needs.
• Use available technology, case-management systems, and automation effectively.
• Travel as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance eligibility for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) matching on contributions up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
• Paying it Forward Savings Program, with an annual Travelers contribution to the employee’s 401(k) when the employee makes student-loan payments.
• Pension Plan funded 100% by Travelers.
• At least 20 days of annual paid time off.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• Wellness program with tools, discounts, and resources supporting wellness and caregiving needs.
• Mental health program offering free professional counseling, health coaching, and other resources.
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree