Liability Counsel

Liability Counsel

Travelers

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture rooted in innovation and collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

The annual base salary range for this position is $ - $. Actual salary will be determined by factors such as role scope, complexity, location, candidate skills, and performance-based cash incentive awards.

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Travelers offers a national legal organization dedicated to professional development while maintaining a local focus, positioning you as a strong business partner and trusted advisor who delivers exceptional value. Handle litigation arising from claims against policyholders or the company, from inception through trial and appeal.

• Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity.
• Develop and apply effective litigation skills and techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolution.
• Conduct legal research and produce strong, persuasive legal writing and presentations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Attend court events, depositions, and other appointments independently.
• Provide case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and claim partners on file‑handling strategies.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external client and business partner relationships.
• Provide advice and training to claim partners and clients.
• Fully and effectively utilize available technology, case‑management systems, and automation.
• Travel as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 3+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney.
• Experience independently handling cases from inception through trial/hearing and appeal.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present litigated matters to diverse audiences.
• Skilled in fostering collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrates persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong legal research skills and ability to utilize technology.
• Effectively manages multiple priorities with attention to detail, sense of urgency, and responsiveness.
• Exhibits sound decision making and possesses strong negotiation skills.
• Possesses a flexible and agile mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges as needs evolve.

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent international legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.
• 2 years experience as a practicing attorney.
• 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 and must be able to travel. A valid driver’s license may be required depending on location.

• Health Insurance:
  Employees and eligible family members—including spouses, domestic partners, and children—are eligible for coverage from day one.
• Retirement:
  Travelers matches 401(k) contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to the first 5% of eligible pay (subject to an annual maximum). Students may enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program.
• Paid Time Off:
  Minimum of 20 days PTO annually plus nine paid company holidays.
• Wellness Program:
  Tools, discounts, and resources including mental health counseling and health coaching.
• Volunteer Encouragement:
  Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.

Travelers is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize the benefits of diversity. Candidates in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions in accordance with local law. If you have specific questions regarding the physical requirements, please email us for assistance.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

• Seniority Level: Not applicable
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Other
• Industry: Insurance