Senior Trial Attorney

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New Jersey

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Allstate seeks an attorney to represent insured individuals and Allstate in bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases. The role includes preparing for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.

The candidate will advise business clients on day-to-day legal matters, monitor new laws, and collaborate with the Law and Regulation department while working remotely and traveling across New Jersey.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar.
3+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills.
First or second chair jury trial experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research.
Willingness to travel throughout New Jersey.
Comfortable working in a remote environment.
Background investigation required.

Responsibilities

Represent insured individuals and Allstate in bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases.
Prepare for and conduct hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
Prepare and present pre- and post-trial motions.
Advise business clients on day-to-day legal matters.
Monitor and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law.
Collaborate with Law and Regulation department areas.
Provide proactive legal advice to business units regarding new laws.
Monitor legal representation.

Skills

Litigation

Trial Preparation

Legal Research

Case Management

Mediation

Arbitration

Pre-Trial Motions

Post-Trial Motions

Legal Advice

Regulatory Monitoring

Education

Juris Doctorate

Active Membership In New Jersey State Bar

Tools

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

Internet Research

Job description

Represent insured individuals and Allstate in bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases
Prepare for and conduct hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
Prepare and present pre- and post-trial motions
Assist colleagues with calendar conflicts
Advise business clients on day-to-day legal matters
Manage projects and coordinate collaboration among legal teams
Monitor and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law
Identify and summarize relevant legal issues
Collaborate with Law and Regulation department areas
Provide proactive legal advice to business units regarding new laws
Monitor legal representation

Requirements

Juris Doctorate
Active membership in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar
3+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills
First or second chair jury trial experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research
Ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Capacity to manage a substantial caseload
Comfortable working in a remote environment
Willingness to travel throughout the state of New Jersey
Background investigation required
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position
Dedicated private workspace, appropriate desk and seating, and reliable internet with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload when working from home

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in litigation, including jury trial experience and the ability to manage complex legal disputes. Proficient in providing legal advice and collaborating with legal teams while adapting to remote work environments.

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