Senior Counsel, Workers Compensation

Travelers

Senior insurance defense counsel handling complex workers’ compensation litigation for Travelers, a property casualty insurer. Trying cases, advising insured clients, and mentoring attorneys across Fort Lauderdale and Coral Gables.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeFort Lauderdale • 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, including jury trials and appellate success, while effectively managing complex cases and client relationships. Possesses advanced legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, along with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

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Insurance Defense Litigation ExperienceJury Trial LitigationAdvanced Legal ResearchLeadership and Mentoring SkillsNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsLegal WritingDrafting PleadingsCase AnalysisCourtroom ProceduresSummary JudgmentAppellate SuccessTechnical Knowledge in Practice AreasManaging Multiple PrioritiesAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Oral AdvocacyWritten AdvocacyInfluencing SkillsResponsivenessCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsLegal TechnologyAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorateActive Law License

Industry Keywords

Complex LitigationCourt ProceedingsDepositionsLegal UpdatesExpert Witness Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently handle a caseload of higher-exposure cases and complex litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal
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 legal documents
Independently attend court events, depositions, and other appointments
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
Deliver 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 duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney
Proven track record of litigating jury trials and successful courtroom outcomes
Strong technical knowledge in relevant practice areas
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
Strong 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
Ability to regularly handle hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions, and other court proceedings
Ability to transport to court proceedings and 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
Travelers 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 eligible 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
Mental health program with free professional counseling, health coaching, and other resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Professional development opportunities
Performance-based cash incentive awards