Senior Counsel, Workers Compensation

Travelers

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

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • 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 proven ability to manage complex cases, conduct advanced legal research, and provide effective advocacy in court. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are essential for guiding junior attorneys and collaborating with clients and partners.

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Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJury Trial LitigationAdvanced Oral And Written AdvocacyJuris DoctorateActive Law License

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiationSummary JudgmentAppellate MattersCourt ProceedingsDispositive Motion ArgumentsMentoringCase Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipAttention To DetailDecision-MakingInfluencingPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal Automation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorateActive License To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Complex LitigationMajor Case MattersLocal Jurisdictional PracticesExpert Witness CollaborationClient Relationship Management

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 litigation testimony
Manage internal and external client and business partner relationships
Provide training, seminars, and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners
Mentor attorneys and legal support staff
Initiate special projects and support office goals and business needs
Use technology, case management systems, and automation effectively
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
Proven track record of litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes
Strong technical knowledge in the relevant practice areas
Advanced oral and written advocacy skills
Demonstrated success with summary judgment and/or appellate matters
In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and adversaries
Strong leadership, mentoring, influencing, decision-making, negotiation, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills
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
Ability to handle hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions, and other court proceedings
Ability to transport to required meetings and proceedings
Valid driver's license required depending on location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based cash incentive awards
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, 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 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 other mental health resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Professional development through a national legal organization
Hybrid work arrangement