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Job Title:

Sr. Counsel, Claim (Workers' Compensation)

Job ID:

792606

Location: CA-Santa Ana

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing the highest quality and cost-effective workers' compensation legal representation. Demonstrates exceptional knowledge and expertise in all phases of litigation and trial, and by providing superior service to the insured client and claim partner as part of a legal team. Responsible for aggressive handling of high exposure cases and complex litigation matters.



PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITES:

- Actively tries cases to closure demonstrating exceptional use of trial skills in litigating cases

- Independently handles complex litigation and large exposure cases from case inception through trial/resolution

- Demonstrates exceptional legal research and writing skills

- Drafts substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents

- Proactively identifies and communicates exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners

- Builds and fosters internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus

- Takes a leadership role in working collaboratively with claim and business partners to achieve results and identify/resolve issues

- Provides leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff

- Provides internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to insured clients and claim partners

- Provides in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to insured clients and claim partners in a timely manner

- Initiates special projects and identifies other opportunities to support office goals/business needs

- Fully and effectively utilize available technology and automation

- Adheres to all standards of excellence in file organization and management

- Timely completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, case closings, and other reporting

- Travels as required to meet business needs



EDUCATION / COURSE OF STUDY:

Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record

Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the state(s) in which representation is required

Active license to practice law



WORK EXPERIENCE:

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



COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Exceptional and articulate presentation skills

Strong and persuasive oral advocacy and writing skills

Ability to clearly and effectively articulate position



COMPUTER SKILLS:

Ability to effectively understand and utilize technology and automation resources, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Products, Voice Recognition Technology and other law office management programs.



OTHER COMPETENCIES / SKILLS:

Appreciation for and commitment to delivery of the highest quality legal work

Demonstrates exceptional legal acumen

Demonstrates strong technical knowledge in the practice area(s) and the ability to comprehend, assimilate and communicate complex information

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the law, bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices and the litigation process

Proven track record of case results favorable to outside counsel

Exhibits exceptional lawyering and trial advocacy skills

Demonstrates strong leadership through mentoring and influencing skills

Demonstrates high level of awareness and dedication to business initiatives and goals

Possesses in-depth business and company knowledge

Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development

Exhibits the highest level of professionalism and ethical conduct

Critical and strategic thinker

Sound decision-maker and problem solver

Exceptional negotiation skills

Ability to multi-task with tolerance and success

Demonstrates a sense of urgency and responsiveness in all legal tasks

Demonstrates the highest level of commitment to customer service



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Job Title:

Workers Compensation Return To Work Claim Professional Diamond Bar CA

Job ID:

792504

Location: CA-Diamond Bar

Available Openings:

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SUMMARY:

Manage all accepted lost time claims, except specified serious injuries or complex claims that cannot be resolved within approximately 7 months.



PRIMARY DUTIES:

Perform telephonic case management of Workers Compensation claims that are assigned.

Contact injured worker, employer and medical providers in a timely manner to gather relevant info to assist in the investigation and evaluation of the claim. Manage to conclusion all lost time claims with 6 months duration or less. .

Manage files with an emphasis on file quality (including timely contact and proper documentation), maximizing internal resources, and achieving a positive end result by returning injured party to work.

Aggressively pursue claim resolution opportunities.

Build strong partnership with our internal nurse resources (Medical Case Manager) in order to integrate the delivery of medical services to the injured worker.

Identify claim issues as they arise, and take appropriate steps to resolve them or refer them to the Unit Manager for reassignment.

Establish appropriate reserves to reflect claim exposure.



EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY:

College degree is preferred.



WORK EXPERIENCE:

Workers Compensation claim handling experience including investigations skills, resolution skills, evaluation, negotiation and reserving skills



OTHER:

Complete understanding of all policy, coverage and endorsement implications, and AOE/COE issues

Technical and jurisdictional and case law knowledge.



File Management

Technical

Customer Focus/ Communication

Relationship Management

Technology



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Job Title:

Critical Claim Specialist-Workers' Compensation

Job ID:

792309

Location: CA-Rancho Cordova

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Location: Rancho Cordova/Sacramento, CA



SUMMARY:

Effectively evaluate and manage high exposure Workers' Compensation claims, including catastrophic loss, specified serious injury and other complex claims. Attempt to resolve through innovative and expert claim management.



PRIMARY DUTIES:

Work as a team member with medical and legal resources to coordinate aggressive management of complex claims.

Work with Strategic Claim Unit on management of large loss, early strategic intervention and CAT claims.

Pursue all offset opportunities, including apportionment, contribution and subrogation.

Facilitate timely claim resolution by leveraging any mitigation opportunities, including vocational rehabilitation, non-cooperation, unrelated medical conditions, and potential fraud and abuse.

Act as technical resource to others.



EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY:

College degree preferred or 4 to 5 years workers compensation handling experience



OTHER:

Expert reserving skills, including actuarial submission

Strong investigation skills, including taking statements

Expert on jurisdictional, case law and regulation(s) knowledge

Strong presentation skills

Expert evaluation, negotiation and case resolution skills

File Management

Technical

Customer Focus/ Communication

Relationship Management

Technology



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Job Title:

Workers' Compensation Attorney Glendale, California

Job ID:

792007

Location: CA-Glendale

Available Openings:

2



Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing high quality and cost-effective Workers' Compensation legal representation. Demonstrating superior knowledge and expertise in the litigation process and provides excellent client service as part of a legal team. Responsible for independent, aggressive case handling with a resolution management focus.



PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Litigates cases to verdict, demonstrating superior use of trial skills and techniques

- Ability to independently handle a full to moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity from case inception through trial/resolution

- Works under the guidance of Senior Counsel in litigating complex and high exposure files

- Conducts legal research as necessitated and supervises research projects delegated to Associate Counsel and paralegals

- Independently drafts pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other file documents

- Attends court events and other appointments independently

- Learns and understands claim customers expectations and key department business goals and assists them in meeting those goals

- Handles and actively seeks opportunities to become involved in special projects and on committees

- Provides recommendations and case analysis to business partners on appropriate file handling strategy

- Integrates legal support staff into case handling process

- Builds and maintains superior internal and external client relationships

- Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, reports and other materials appropriate to performance of job duties

- Effectively makes use of technology and automation in the practice of law

- Adheres to all standards of excellence in file management

- Travels as required to meet business needs

- Ability to mentor and train less experienced counsel and legal support staff

- Provide advice and training to claim partners and clients



EDUCATION / COURSE OF STUDY:

Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record

Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the state(s) in which representation is required

Active license to practice law



WORK EXPERIENCE:

3+ years or equivalent Workers' Compensation legal experience

Insurance litigation work exposure desirable

Demonstrated track record of trial skills and techniques



COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Articulate presentation skills using technology

Strong and persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills

Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position



COMPUTER SKILLS:

Ability to effectively understand and utilize technology and automation resources, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Products, Voice Recognition Technology, and other law office management programs.



OTHER COMPETENCIES / SKILLS:

- Independent ability to analyze legal issues with minimal supervision

- Appreciation for and commitment to delivery of high quality legal work

- Works collaboratively with team members and others

- Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity

- Demonstrates superior legal acumen

- Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development

- Continued development of technical skills with a goal of handling the highest complexity/exposure MCU cases

- Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency

- Strong research skills

- Strong negotiation skills

- Multi tasking tolerance and success

- Decision making and problem solving abilities

- Sense of urgency/responsiveness



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