Senior Trial Attorney, Client Legal Services

Allstate Private Limited; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 91,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tech setup provided

Home office connectivity stipend

Job summary

Allstate is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to defend insured individuals and the Company in bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, including mediations, arbitrations, and trials. You will provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams.

The role requires a Juris Doctor and at least five years of experience, with strong skills in litigation, writing, and research. You will prepare witnesses, manage discovery, stay ahead of new laws, and help shape litigation

Qualifications

• Requires a JD and a minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Experience handling bodily injury and property damage claims.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Represents insured individuals and the Company in defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits.
• Prepares thoroughly for and conducts trials, hearings, mediations, depositions, and examinations under oath.
• Prepares witnesses (lay and expert) and clients for depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Conducts court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)
• Keeps claim business partners updated on case status (initial client contact, initial litigation plan, recurring contacts, strategy conferences, pre-trial, etc.)
• Drafts pleadings, propounds discovery, and develops strategy.

Skills

Documentation Review

Evidence Gathering

Legal Consulting

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Litigation

Prioritization

Strategic Management

Working Independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor

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 legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and Company. As a Senior Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, including mediations, arbitrations, and trials. Beyond the courtroom, you'll provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams. Stay ahead of the game by monitoring new laws and regulations, ensuring our strategies remain sharp.

Key Responsibilities

• Representsinsured individuals and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits.
• Prepares thoroughly for and conducts trials, hearings, mediations, depositions, and examinations under oath.
• Prepares witnesses (lay and expert) and clients for depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Conducts court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)
• Assistscolleagues in resolving calendar conflicts in a collaborative manner.
• Keep claim business partners updated on case status (initial client contact, initial litigation plan, recurring contacts, strategy conferences, pre-trial, etc.)
• Contacts clients to discuss their case and answer any questions
• Review new file assignments including all documentary evidence, and draft initial pleadings, propound discovery, and develop strategy
• Try and/or arbitrate cases, including preparing motions in limine, jury instructions, trial briefs, and summary documents.
• Draft post-trial motions as needed.

Education

• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Required)
• Juris Doctor (Required)

Experience

• 5 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job does not have supervisory duties.

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Skills

Documentation Review, Evidence Gathering, Legal Consulting, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Prioritization, Strategic Management, Working Independently

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 90,700.00 - 153,925.00 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. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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

Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.

Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.

When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.

To help create a more personal and engaging experience, we ask that you join with your camera on if your interview is virtual. Please also have a Valid Photo Identification available at the start of your interview. If you require any accommodations or have questions ahead of your interview please reach out to your recruiter.

Note: Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.