Travelers

Senior Counsel, In-House Coverage Litigation

Travelers

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Walnut Creek • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $146,400 - $241,600 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Provides high quality, cost effective legal advice and recommendations for action to business clients regarding moderately complex to complex matters which have or may have a dollar impact on business activities and operations.
  • Researches legal principles and precedents within area of specialization or expertise.
  • Identifies unique issues in assigned matters and recommends appropriate responses to those issues.
  • Proactively identifies and communicates risk to internal and/or external customers and provides recommendations on how to mitigate that risk.
  • Advises senior business clients on financially significant and complex matters.
  • Drafts, negotiates and executes legal documents.
  • Maintains awareness of judicial climate and legal developments through the review of legal publications, on-line documentation and attendance at seminars and conferences.
  • Builds and maintains strong client relationships.
  • May act as mentor and coach to less senior attorneys, paralegal/staff; explains issues, ideas and concepts that are incorporated into work assignments.
  • Makes effective use of technology and automation in the practice of law.
  • Appears on behalf of the Company in both federal and state courts to argue motions and handle trials, status conferences, and other substantive and procedural matters in the litigation of insurance coverage disputes.

Requirements

  • Admitted to the Bar in good standing in California.
  • Six plus years of prior experience in the litigation of complex insurance coverage disputes.
  • Understanding and awareness of principles of Auto, General Liability and/or Property insurance coverage.
  • Admitted to the Bar in good standing in NY, NJ, MA and/or CT or willingness to gain admission the Bar in one of more of the foregoing states.
  • Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.
  • 7 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 and has the ability to transport to those meetings.
  • Valid driver's license required depending on the location.
Benefits
  • Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
  • If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
  • You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
litigationlegal researchdrafting legal documentsnegotiationrisk assessmentcourt proceedingsinsurance coverage disputesdepositionsdispositive motion argumentstrial advocacy
Soft skills
client relationship managementmentoringcoachingcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingdecision makingproactive risk managementcollaborationadaptability
Certifications
Juris DoctorateBar admission in CaliforniaBar admission in NYBar admission in NJBar admission in MABar admission in CTactive law licenselegal specialization certificationscontinuing legal education (CLE)certification in insurance law