Senior Counsel

Travelers

Senior Counsel litigating complex insurance claims for Travelers, a property-casualty insurer. Handling trials, legal strategy, client advising, and attorney mentoring in Phoenix.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 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, including jury trials and complex case management. Possesses strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, along with the ability to mentor and lead teams effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJury Trial ExperienceAdvanced Legal Research SkillsLeadership and Mentoring SkillsActive Law License

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsDrafting Legal DocumentsCase AnalysisNegotiation SkillsSummary Judgment SuccessAppellate SuccessCourtroom AdvocacyTechnical Knowledge in Practice AreasComplex Claim ManagementFile-Handling Strategy

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsDecision-Making SkillsAttention to DetailAgility and Flexibility

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal Research ToolsAutomation Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorateActive License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Complex LitigationMajor Case ManagementCourt ProceedingsDepositionsLegal UpdatesClient 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 and prepare persuasive legal writing and presentations
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive legal documents
Independently attend court events, depositions, and other appointments
Provide substantive case analysis and file-handling strategy 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 identify opportunities supporting office goals and business needs
Utilize technology, case management systems, and automation
Travel as required to meet business needs
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney
Strong aptitude for trying cases to a jury
Proven track record of litigating jury trials with successful courtroom outcomes
Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas
Ability to communicate complex litigated-matter information to diverse audiences
Advanced oral and written advocacy skills
Demonstrated summary judgment and/or appellate success
In-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, and adversaries
Collaborative relationship-building skills with colleagues, customers, and business partners
Leadership, mentoring, and influencing skills
Sound decision-making and advanced negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, urgency, and responsiveness
Flexible and agile mindset with willingness to take on new challenges
Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree
Graduate of an accredited law school
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 hearings, trials, depositions, and other proceedings
Valid driver's license required depending on location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage from the first day of employment for eligible employees and family members
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) 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, and resources
Mental health program with free professional counseling, health coaching, and other resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Volunteer encouragement and community involvement opportunities