Employment Litigation Managing Counsel (Remote, HBW)

Allstate Insurance; Illinois; Remote; USD 104,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking a dynamic in-house counsel for an Employment Litigation role within their Law and Regulation team. This position offers the chance to manage complex legal disputes while collaborating closely with business partners. The ideal candidate will bring over 7 years of experience in employment and contract litigation, with a strong understanding of various employment laws. Join a company that values work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth and strategic influence in a flexible work environment. Your expertise will directly impact the company's success and help shape its future.

Benefits

Exceptional Work-Life Balance

Professional Growth Opportunities

Direct Client Collaboration

Diverse Legal Challenges

Strategic Influence and Impact

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in employment and contract litigation.
• Active state bar license in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation and arbitrations in employment law.
• Collaborate with legal partners on emerging legal issues.

Skills

Employment Litigation

Contract Litigation

ERISA

Worker Classification

Wage and Hour Laws

ADA

FMLA

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

J.D. from an accredited institution

Job description

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

Join the Law and Regulation team and champion this dynamic in-house counsel Employment Litigation role! The position is within the Law Department's Global Litigation group, which manages commercial and employment litigation, including class actions. The primary duties of this role include managing complex litigation and arbitrations in all areas of employment, as well as collaborating with legal partners to provide advice and counsel to the business with respect to emerging legal issues and risks.Key Responsibilities

• Managing lawsuits, arbitrations, and other legal disputes, including overseeing outside counsel in defense of such matters
• Interviewing and retaining law firms/outside counsel, including managing budgets
• Reviewing and developing appropriate strategies for assigned matters
• Reviewing and revising pleadings, motions and significant case filings
• Serving as a strategic legal partner to other legal and business partners, providing reports on substantive developments in legal matters, as well as advice and counsel on risk mitigation strategies and legal compliance regarding a wide range of contingent worker and employment laws including worker classification, joint employment, wage and hour, ADA, ADEA, ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, and Title VII
• Developing strategy for, and participating in mediations/settlement conferences
• Preparing/reviewing settlement agreements
• Analyzing and responding to agency charges
• Internally overseeing discovery process, including reviewing discovery requests and developing strategy and responses, collecting and assisting with production of internal documents, coordinating e-discovery, and interviewing information custodians and/or fact witnesses
• Assisting with preparing fact, corporate and expert witnesses for depositions, arbitrations and trials, and attending depositions, as appropriate
• Attending court appearances, as appropriate, including significant hearings, trials, mediations, and settlement conferences
• Actively participating in cross-functional teams to assess business practices and procedures and proactively counsel on emerging issues and legal/litigation risks
• Preparing and presenting various internal and external reports on significant litigation and legal issues
• Other duties as assigned

Education

J.D. from an accredited institution and active state bar license in good standing

Skills and Experience:

• Ideal candidate will have 7+ years of hands-on employment and/or contract litigation experience, including trials.
• ERISA, worker classification, and general commercial litigation a plus
• Motivated self-starter with legal acumen and business knowledge
• Collaborative team player
• Ability to communicate views effectively, verbally and in writing, and represent position to internal and external stakeholders, including senior level executives
• Ability to create pragmatic and balanced solutions
• Leadership experience with assignments and cross functional projects
• Displays advanced knowledge of specific legal discipline to connect work back to strategic business objectives
• Ability to determine extent of other AOR (area of responsibility) involvement, and understand integration points and play a lead role with other areas of responsibility

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This job does not have supervisory duties.

Explore the Benefits of Joining Allstate's Law & Regulation Enterprise!

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life. Our in-house legal roles provide more predictable schedules and flexibility, allowing you to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you'll gain invaluable insight into our diverse business operations, objectives, and culture. This comprehensive understanding enables you to align legal strategies closely with the company's goals, fostering impactful contributions and strategic partnerships across departments.
• Direct Client Collaboration: Working in-house at Allstate means collaborating directly with internal stakeholders and business units. This close partnership cultivates deeper client relationships, facilitating a nuanced understanding of their needs and priorities. By providing proactive legal guidance and support, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the company's success.
• Strategic Influence and Impact: As an integral member of our legal team, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives. Your insights and expertise will inform key business decisions, empowering you to mitigate risks effectively and drive positive outcomes that directly impact Allstate's bottom line.
• Diverse Legal Challenges: In-house litigation roles at Allstate encompass a broad spectrum of legal work beyond traditional litigation, including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution. This diversity of challenges ensures continuous professional growth and development, expanding your skill set and enhancing your career trajectory.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: With ample opportunities for advancement and professional development, you'll have the support and resources you need to reach new heights in your legal career.
  

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Skills

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $104,000.00 - 187,625.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.

You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.

Good Hands. Greater Together.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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