The Travelers Companies, Inc

Sr. Counsel, In-House Coverage Litigation

The Travelers Companies, Inc$146K — $241K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Admitted to the Bar in good standing in NY, NJ, MA and/or CT.
  • At least six years of prior experience in the litigation of complex insurance coverage disputes.
  • Considerable knowledge of Auto, General Liability and/or Property insurance coverage.
  • Advanced oral and written advocacy skills, with a track record of success in summary judgment and/or appellate cases.
  • In-depth knowledge of local jurisdictional practices and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Appear on behalf of the Company in federal and state courts for motions, trials, and related matters.
  • Determine legal strategies and assess possible outcomes in litigation.
  • Draft legal documents including motions, briefs, and correspondence.
  • Prepare and evaluate oral and written discovery.
  • Provide recommendations for case handling strategies to business partners.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage available from day one for employees and their eligible family members.
  • 401(k) matching contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of eligible pay, plus a fully funded pension plan.
  • Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid holidays.
  • Access to a comprehensive wellness program and mental health resources.
  • Opportunities to volunteer with community support and matching gifts program.
Full Job Description
Job Category
Claim, Legal

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$146,400.00 - $241,600.00

Target Openings
1

What Is the Opportunity?
Our growing, dynamic in-house law firm focused exclusively on insurance coverage litigation is looking to add an experienced litigator. The Senior Counsel will represent Travelers in state and federal court in the litigation and resolution of Commercial and Personal lines insurance coverage disputes. The Senior Counsel will serve as lead counsel on moderately complex to complex coverage matters, requiring a solid degree of knowledge and expertise, from inception through all phases of litigation.What Will You Do?
  • 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.
  • Determines appropriate legal strategies and positions, as well as action on litigation; provide advice on possible outcomes, awards and settlements.
  • Drafts motions, briefs, pleadings, written discovery, other legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda to identify and protect legal interests of the company.
  • Proposes, prepares and responds to and evaluates oral and written discovery.
  • Prepares and/or reviews annual legal fees budget for assigned cases.
  • Has frequent, independent contact with clients, witnesses, experts and adversaries through counsel.
  • Provides recommendations and case analysis to all business partners on appropriate file handling strategy.
  • Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases reports and other materials appropriate to performance of job duties.
  • Adheres to all standards of excellence in file management.
  • 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.
  • Research 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.
  • 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.
  • Ensures timely submission of work product as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Admitted to the Bar in good standing in NY, NJ, MA and/or CT
  • At least six years of prior experience in the litigation of complex insurance coverage disputes.
  • Considerable knowledge of principles of Auto, General Liability and/or Property insurance coverage.
  • Advanced oral and written advocacy skills, with a demonstrated track record of summary judgment and/or appellate success.
  • Possesses in-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, adversaries.
  • Excels in fostering collaborative relationships with colleagues, clients, and business partners to deliver exceptional customer service
  • Demonstrates strong leadership through mentoring and influencing skills.
  • Exercises sound decision making and possesses advanced negotiation skills.
  • Effectively manages multiple priorities with an attention to detail, sense of urgency & responsiveness.
  • Possesses a flexible and agile mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges as needs evolve.

What is a Must Have?
  • Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school
  • 6+ 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.

What Is in It for You?
  • 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.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
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