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Sr. Counsel, Claim
Job ID: 792606
Orange, CA

This strategic-thinking problem solver will provide the highest quality and most cost-effective workers' compensation legal representation. You will have exceptional knowledge and expertise in all phases of litigation and trial, provide superior service to the insured client and claim partner, and aggressively handle high-exposure cases and complex litigation matters.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES:
Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills
Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents
Proactively identify and communicate exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners
Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer-centric focus
Take a leadership role in working collaboratively with claim and business partners to achieve results and identify/resolve issues
Provide leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff
Provide internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to insured clients and claim partners
Provide in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to insured clients and claim partners in a timely manner
Initiate special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs
Fully and effectively utilize available technology and automation
Adhere to all standards of excellence in file organization and management
Complete all required administrative tasks including time reporting, case closings, and other reporting
Travels as required to meet business needs

Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record
Successful completion of the CA bar and ethics examinations
Active license to practice law
Minimum of 7 years of litigation practice or equivalent legal experience
Senior associate/partner-level of experience
Proven track record of trial skills and techniques
Exceptional and articulate presentation skills
Strong and persuasive oral advocacy and writing skills
Ability to effectively understand and utilize technology and automation resources

We offer a competitive salary along with an outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, life and vision coverage on day one, 401(k) plan with company match, pension plan, and paid vacation/holidays. Relocation assistance is available for the ideal candidate. Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.

To apply, please visit www.travelers.com/careers and search for Job # 792606.

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