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. Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 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 ability to build client relationships and provide strategic advice while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorateActive Law LicenseLegal Research and WritingOral Advocacy and Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsDrafting PleadingsConducting Legal ResearchPreparing Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiating ResolutionsHandling Court ProceedingsManaging CaseloadsTrial PreparationDiscovery Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationAttention to DetailAgility and FlexibilityResponsivenessClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal TechnologyAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseLitigationLegal WritingCourt ProceedingsDepositionsTrialsLegal Advocacy

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 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
Travel as required to meet business needs
Perform other assigned duties

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
2 years 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 hearings, trials, depositions, and other meetings
Valid driver's license required depending on the location
Strong communication, legal writing, oral advocacy, legal research, negotiation, and technology skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness
Flexible and agile mindset with willingness to take on new challenges

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 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
Free professional counseling services, health coaching, and mental health resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program