Liability Trial Attorney

Travelers

. Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity insurance defense litigation matters .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMelville • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $106,300 - $175,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in insurance defense litigation, including case management from inception to trial. Proficient in legal research, persuasive writing, and effective communication with clients and partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorateActive Law LicenseLegal Research SkillsPersuasive Legal Writing

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiation SkillsTrial Preparation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOral AdvocacyAttention to DetailFlexibilityAgility

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal Research ToolsAutomation Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseLitigationCourt ProceedingsDepositionsLegal Writing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity insurance defense litigation matters
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 on file-handling strategies
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 hearings, trials, depositions, and other meetings
Valid driver's license required depending on the location
Strong communication, persuasive legal writing, oral advocacy, legal research, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to utilize technology and case management systems
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 from the first day of employment for employees and eligible family members
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 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, caregiving support, free professional counseling, and health coaching
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Professional development opportunities
Performance-based cash incentive awards