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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in insurance defense litigation, including case management, trial preparation, and persuasive legal writing. Proven ability to mentor legal staff and build strong client relationships while managing complex legal matters.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorateActive Law LicenseTrial Preparation and LitigationAdvanced Negotiation Skills
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Hard Skills
Legal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisSummary Judgment SuccessAppellate Success
Soft Skills
Mentoring SkillsLeadership SkillsOral Advocacy SkillsWritten Advocacy SkillsAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
Case Management SystemsLegal Automation Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Law License
Industry Keywords
Insurance DefenseLitigationJury TrialsCourt ProceedingsLocal Jurisdictional Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Independently handle a caseload of predominantly moderate- to higher-complexity insurance defense litigation matters
- Handle Major Case litigation matters depending on line of business
- Try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions
- Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive legal writing and presentations
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents
- Attend court events, depositions, and other appointments independently
- Provide substantive case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and Claim partners
- Collaborate with expert witnesses and consultants on case strategies, technical matters, and testimony
- Build and manage internal and external client and business partner relationships
- Provide training, seminars, and legal updates
- Mentor attorneys and legal support staff
- Contribute to special projects and office business needs
- Use technology, case management systems, and automation
- Travel as required to meet business needs
- Perform other assigned duties
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney
- Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree
- Graduate of an accredited law school
- 4 years of experience as a practicing attorney
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required
- Aptitude for trying cases to a jury and proven experience preparing and/or litigating jury trials
- Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas
- Proficient oral and written advocacy skills
- Track record of summary judgment and/or appellate success
- In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and adversaries
- Leadership, mentoring, and influencing skills
- Advanced negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness
- Regularly handles hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions, or other court proceedings
- Ability to transport to required meetings
- Valid driver's license required depending on location
Benefits
Comp & perks- Performance-based cash incentive awards
- Health insurance for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment
- 401(k) dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of eligible pay
- Paying it Forward Savings Program with annual 401(k) contributions for eligible student loan payments
- Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
- Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually
- Nine paid company Holidays
- Wellness program with tools, discounts, resources, and caregiving support
- Mental health program with free professional counseling, health coaching, and other resources
- Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
- Professional development opportunities
- Hybrid work arrangement