Travelers is seeking a Senior Counsel, Liability Trial Attorney, based in Melville, NY, to manage complex litigation cases and provide legal expertise in insurance defense. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of litigation experience, particularly in jury trials, and will thrive in a collaborative and innovative work environment
Job Summary
As a Senior Counsel with Travelers you will be responsible for high quality, proactive case handling and will have the opportunity to use your legal expertise and litigation skills to independently handle a caseload of higher exposure cases and more complex litigation matters.
Leverage trial experience to apply effective use of litigation skills and techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolution.
Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
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Travelers is seeking a Senior Counsel, Liability Trial Attorney, based in Melville, NY, to manage complex litigation cases and provide legal expertise in insurance defense. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of litigation experience, particularly in jury trials, and will thrive in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Salary
Base: $132,800.00 - $219,100.00; Bonus/Equity: performance-based cash incentive awards; Benefits: Health Insurance, Retirement, Paid Time Off, Wellness Program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
handling higher exposure cases
complex litigation matters
advanced legal research
persuasive legal writing
draft substantive pleadings
attend court events independently
collaborates with expert witnesses
Nice-to-have
strong business partner
trusted advisor
local expertise
outstanding client service
flexible and agile mindset
Key Requirements
7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree