Early Career Trial Attorney (South Florida - Remote)

Allstate Insurance Company; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 66,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Early Career Trial Attorney, where you'll champion the defense for clients while handling various legal challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage insurance defense litigation, engage in trials, and provide vital counsel to business clients. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, you'll work alongside diverse teams to influence decision-making and risk management. Embrace the chance to develop your legal skills in a flexible, inclusive environment that values diversity and belonging. If you're ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Growth Opportunities

Client Collaboration

Understanding Business

Diverse Legal Challenges

Strategic Impact

Qualifications

• Completion of courses in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Ability to conduct thorough research and draft clear legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict.
• Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, and case precedents.

Skills

Case Management

Client Communication

Legal Discovery

Negotiation

Time Management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. For more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us ahead of our customers' evolving needs, from advocating for seat belts and airbags to leading in pricing sophistication, telematics, and device and identity protection.

Job Description

Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company! As an Early Career Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, engaging in trials, arbitrations, and mediations. You will provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams. Stay ahead by monitoring new laws and regulations to keep our strategies sharp. Embrace the dynamic challenges and victories in this role!

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict, including assessment, discovery, depositions, motions, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions.
2. Gather and organize documents, evidence, and legal research for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
3. Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, and case precedents; prepare summaries and reports.
4. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
5. Interview clients and witnesses; draft summaries and maintain communication records.
6. Attend court proceedings; may represent the company or clients in routine matters.
7. Monitor legal and regulatory changes; update the legal team on potential impacts.
8. Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop legal skills and handle complex cases.

Education

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Florida State Bar.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of courses in legal research, writing, and analysis; ability to conduct thorough research and draft clear legal documents.
• Strong time management skills for balancing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Organizational skills for case files and legal documents; understanding of the discovery process.
• Effective communication skills with clients; ability to prepare summaries and maintain records.
• Knowledge of legal ethics and professional conduct standards.
• Negotiation skills for client interactions and settlement discussions.
• Must be within commuting distance to courthouses in the greater Fort Lauderdale-Miami area.

Benefits of Joining Allstate's Client Legal Services

• Work-Life Balance: Predictable schedules and flexibility to excel professionally and personally.
• Understanding Business: Gain insight into diverse operations and align legal strategies with company goals.
• Client Collaboration: Work directly with stakeholders and business units to build relationships and provide legal guidance.
• Strategic Impact: Influence decision-making and risk management to impact the company's success.
• Diverse Legal Challenges: Engage in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, dispute resolution, and more.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to advancement and professional development resources.

Skills

Case Management, Client Communication, Legal Discovery, Negotiation, Time Management

Compensation

Annual salary ranges from $66,800 to $120,650, based on experience and qualifications. A background check is required.

Join our team to challenge yourself, grow your skills, and make an impact in a flexible, inclusive environment recognized for diversity and belonging.

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