Mid Level Senior Litigation Counsel Jobs
Mid level senior litigation counsel jobs go to attorneys ready to own complex matters end to end, supervise junior associates, and drive case strategy with limited partner oversight. Roles are 67% remote or hybrid, concentrated across Insurance, Distribution & Wholesale, and Banking & Financial Services, with employers like Travelers, Mercer (Us), and Cardinal Health hiring at this level now.
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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 that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
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
$126,500.00 - $208,700.00Target Openings
1What Is the Opportunity?
The Counsel role is responsible for providing a range of cost-effective, high quality legal services while representing Travelers. The Counsel position handles moderately complex legal matters, requiring an established degree of knowledge and expertise.What Will You Do?
- Provides counsel on moderately complex legal issues within a respective line of business or practice area.
- Negotiates with clients or management and/or attempts to influence managers regarding matters of significance to the legal community.
- Researches legal principles and precedents within area of specialization or expertise.
- Proactively identifies and communicates risk to internal and/or external customers and provides recommendations on how to mitigate that risk.
- Drafts, negotiates and executes legal documents.
- Maintains awareness of external judicial climate and legal developments.
- Builds and maintains strong internal and external client relationships.
- Makes effective use of technology and automation in the practice of law.
- This role acts as an individual contributor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
- At least 5 years commercial bankruptcy, creditors rights or commercial financial litigation experience. The Ideal Candidate will have experience managing all aspects of a creditor’s rights in commercial bankruptcies, including filing claims and motions and negotiating large commercial financial obligations and collateral.
What is a Must Have?
- Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.
- 3 years of prior legal experience as a practicing attorney.
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.
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.
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.
Who Are We?
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 that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
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
$126,500.00 - $208,700.00Target Openings
1What Is the Opportunity?
The Counsel role is responsible for providing a range of cost-effective, high quality legal services while representing Travelers. The Counsel position handles moderately complex legal matters, requiring an established degree of knowledge and expertise.What Will You Do?
- Provides counsel on moderately complex legal issues within a respective line of business or practice area.
- Negotiates with clients or management and/or attempts to influence managers regarding matters of significance to the legal community.
- Researches legal principles and precedents within area of specialization or expertise.
- Proactively identifies and communicates risk to internal and/or external customers and provides recommendations on how to mitigate that risk.
- Drafts, negotiates and executes legal documents.
- Maintains awareness of external judicial climate and legal developments.
- Builds and maintains strong internal and external client relationships.
- Makes effective use of technology and automation in the practice of law.
- This role acts as an individual contributor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
- At least 5 years commercial bankruptcy, creditors rights or commercial financial litigation experience. The Ideal Candidate will have experience managing all aspects of a creditor’s rights in commercial bankruptcies, including filing claims and motions and negotiating large commercial financial obligations and collateral.
What is a Must Have?
- Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.
- 3 years of prior legal experience as a practicing attorney.
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.
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.
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.
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Mid Level Senior Litigation Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level senior litigation counsel job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight matters you managed independently, motions you drafted without heavy revision, and clients you handled directly. Employers at this level want proof you can run a case file, not just support one. Tailor your resume to show scope and result, and pursue roles where the job description emphasizes independent judgment over supervision.
Which companies hire mid level senior litigation counsels?
Companies hiring mid level senior litigation counsels right now include Travelers, Mercer (Us), and Cardinal Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large corporations building out in-house litigation functions and law firms seeking associates ready to take on greater responsibility without constant partner direction.
Are there remote mid level senior litigation counsel jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and practice area. About 67% of mid level senior litigation counsel openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with in-house roles at larger companies more likely to offer flexibility than law firm positions, which often require regular court and client appearances.
How do I move up to a mid level senior litigation counsel role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on demonstrated ownership over time. Focus on taking full responsibility for discrete matters, developing a consistent record of independent drafting and analysis, and showing measurable results on cases you led. Attorneys who earn deeper client trust, mentor newer colleagues, and show strategic thinking rather than task execution are the ones who advance into mid level roles.
Which industries hire the most mid level senior litigation counsels?
Mid Level senior litigation counsel roles concentrate in Insurance, Distribution & Wholesale, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they face complex, high-stakes disputes that require experienced counsel capable of managing litigation independently rather than under close supervision.