Counsel, Claim

Travelers

. Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeFort Lauderdale • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $106,300 - $175,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in insurance defense litigation, including case management from inception through trial, legal research, and persuasive legal writing. Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills are essential for advising clients and collaborating with claim partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorateActive Law LicenseLegal Research and WritingOral Advocacy

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiation TechniquesTrial Preparation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationRelationship-BuildingDecision-MakingPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal Research ToolsAutomation Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseLegal WritingCourt ProceedingsDepositionsTrial Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity
Develop and apply litigation skills and techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolution
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 case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and claim partners
Build and maintain internal and external client and business partner relationships
Provide advice and training to Claim partners and clients
Use available technology, case management systems, and automation effectively
Travel as required to meet business needs
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney
Experience independently handling cases from inception through trial/hearing and appeal
Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree
Graduate of an accredited law school
Minimum 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney
Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required
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 the location
Strong communication, legal writing, oral advocacy, legal research, negotiation, decision-making, relationship-building, prioritization, and technology skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

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, subject to an annual maximum
Paying it Forward Savings Program contributions toward a 401(k) account for employees with student loan debt
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 services, health coaching, and other resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Professional development through a national legal organization
Performance-based cash incentive awards