Senior Counsel, Claim

Travelers

. Independently handle a caseload of higher-exposure cases and complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTroy • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $132,800 - $219,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in insurance defense litigation, with a strong focus on jury trials, advanced legal research, and effective case management. Proven ability to mentor legal staff and manage client relationships while delivering substantive legal analysis and recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJury Trial Litigation SkillsAdvanced Oral And Written AdvocacyLeadership And Mentoring SkillsActive Law License In Good Standing

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiation SkillsSummary Judgment SuccessAppellate SuccessCourtroom TechniquesManaging Multiple PrioritiesTechnical Knowledge In Relevant Practice AreasHandling Court Proceedings

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailUrgencyResponsivenessInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal Automation Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorateActive License To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseComplex LitigationMajor Case MattersLocal Jurisdictional PracticesExpert Witness Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently handle a caseload of higher-exposure cases and complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim matters
Try cases to verdict or negotiate resolutions using litigation skills and techniques
Conduct advanced legal research
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
Manage internal and external client and business partner relationships
Provide training, seminars, and legal updates
Mentor other attorneys and legal support staff
Initiate special projects and support office goals and 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

7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney
Strong aptitude for trying cases to a jury and proven track record of litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes
Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas
Advanced oral and written advocacy skills
Demonstrated 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
Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree
Graduate of an accredited law school
7 years of experience as a practicing attorney
Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) where 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 location

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 with annual 401(k) contributions for student loan payments
Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
Minimum 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
Hybrid work arrangement