Senior Trial Attorney – Remote Insurance Defense (CA)

Allstate; California; Remote; USD 91,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus 10k

Job summary

Allstate is seeking an attorney licensed to practice in California with strong litigation experience to represent insured individuals in bodily injury and property damage matters. The role involves hearings, trials, and complex case management, with travel within California for court appearances as needed.

The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and requires collaboration with a Law & Regulation department to monitor new laws and provide proactive counsel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills such as case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy.
• First or second chair jury trial experience.
• Proven experience with insurance defense is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research.
• Strong teamwork skills, able to collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff under Lead Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Represents insured individuals and the Company in defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases.
• Prepares thoroughly for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Prepares and presents pre- and post-trial motions effectively.
• Assists colleagues in resolving calendar conflicts in a collaborative manner.
• Offers counsel to business clients on day-to-day legal matters.
• Manages projects efficiently, fostering coordination and collaboration among legal teams.
• Keeps abreast of and evaluates new laws, regulations, and case law; provides proactive advice to business units on legal impacts.

Skills

Arbitration

Case Management

Depositions

Evidence Gathering

Litigation

Trial Experience

Education

Juris Doctorate and active California Bar

Job description

Allstate is seeking an attorney licensed to practice in California with strong litigation experience to represent insured individuals in bodily injury and property damage matters. The role involves hearings, trials, and complex case management, with travel within California for court appearances as needed.

The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and requires collaboration with a Law & Regulation department to monitor new laws and provide proactive counsel.