Litigation Senior Attorney

Travelers • Kansas City, MO

22h • $136,100 - $224,500

About The Position

Travelers is hiring a Senior Counsel to handle litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company, from inception through trial and appeal. The attorney will independently manage 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 emphasizes proactive, high-quality case handling and delivering results for insured customers through local expertise and client service.

The Senior Counsel will serve as a business partner and trusted advisor to insured clients and Claim partners, provide strategic case analysis, and mentor less experienced attorneys and legal support staff. The role also includes collaboration with experts and consultants, client and partner relationship management, training, office projects, use of available technology and case-management systems, and travel as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree from an accredited law school.
• At least 7 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Active law license in good standing in the state or states where representation is required.
• Regularly handles hearings, trials, dispositive-motion arguments, depositions, or other court proceedings, and has the ability to travel to those meetings.
• Valid driver's license, depending on location.
• Strong aptitude for trying cases to a jury and a proven record of litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes.
• Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas and ability to communicate complex litigation matters to diverse audiences.
• Advanced oral and written advocacy skills, with a demonstrated record of summary judgment and/or appellate success.
• In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and adversaries.
• Collaborative relationship-building skills and ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Leadership, mentoring, and influencing skills.
• Sound judgment and advanced negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness.
• Flexible and agile mindset, with willingness to take on new challenges as needs evolve.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney (7 or more years).
• Experience litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes.
• Summary judgment and/or appellate success.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Use trial experience and litigation skills 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 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, evaluate technical matters, and prepare testimony.
• Build and maintain internal and external client and business partner relationships, including managing those relationships independently.
• Provide training, seminars, and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners.
• Mentor other attorneys and legal support staff.
• Initiate special projects and identify opportunities to support office goals and business needs.
• Effectively use available technology, case-management systems, and automation.
• Travel as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance for eligible employees and family members, effective from 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 contributions to an employee's 401(k) when the employee makes payments toward student loan debt.
• Pension Plan funded 100% by Travelers.
• At least 20 days of paid time off annually.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• Wellness program with tools, discounts, resources, health coaching, and caregiving support.
• Free professional counseling services and other mental health 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