Sr Counsel

Travelers•Hartford, CT

13d

About The Position

The Senior Counsel position is responsible for providing a broad range of cost-effective, high quality legal services in the area of Corporate Litigation, including management of litigation involving Travelers and its subsidiaries, and advising internal clients on numerous aspects of the business relating to litigation. This position handles non-claim matters across all business units, which vary in complexity. Among the litigation handled in Corporate Litigation: actions involving the company’s underwriting or business practices; shareholder litigation; disputes with agents; litigation involving the company’s investments and real estate; bankruptcy and premium collection matters; and litigation involving the Company’s intellectual property.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school
7 years of prior legal experience as a practicing attorney.
Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of prior legal experience as a practicing attorney.
Experience in insurance coverage litigation Commercial Litigation and account resolution including bankruptcy experience is preferred
Demonstrated experience with litigation management
Strong analytical abilities and oral communication skills
Understanding of claim and underwriting principles and the ability to adapt those to litigation
Demonstrated knowledge of insurance policies and coverages

Responsibilities

Manage litigation on behalf of the company, oversee outside counsel and drive strategy.
Provide legal advice and counsel to internal stakeholders and senior management within respective lines of business.
Research legal principles and precedents within area of specialization or expertise.
Proactively identifies and communicates risk to internal and/or external customers and provides recommendations on how to mitigate that risk.
Draft, negotiate and execute legal documents.
Maintain awareness of external judicial climate and legal developments.
Build and maintain strong internal and external client relationships.
Act as a mentor and coach to less senior attorneys and/or paralegal/staff.
May prepare or review annual legal fees budget for assigned matters.
Review invoices from outside counsel and recommend adjustments.
Within authority level, approve invoices.
Make effective use of technology and automation to gain efficiencies in the practice of law.
Work collaboratively and build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and other lawyers and staff across the Legal Services.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

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