Senior Trial Attorney (Remote - Michigan)

Allstate Insurance Company; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 85,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to represent clients in bodily injury and property damage lawsuits. This role involves conducting depositions, preparing witnesses, and managing all aspects of litigation. The firm values collaboration and offers a flexible environment that promotes inclusivity and diversity. Join a team that empowers you to challenge the status quo and make a meaningful impact while advancing your legal career in a supportive setting. If you possess strong legal research and writing skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Strong time management skills and ability to balance multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for trials and mediations.
• Review new file assignments and develop litigation strategy.
• Prepare and conduct court appearances and manage case files.

Skills

Documentation Review

Evidence Gathering

Insurance Defense

Insurance Investigation

Insurance Litigation

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Litigation

Litigation Law

Personal Injuries Litigation

Personal Injury Claims

PIP Litigation

Property Claims

Property Insurance Claims

Education

4 year 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

The Senior Trial Attorney represents insured and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases. The position prepares for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts depositions and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents
• Prepares witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and trials including expert witnesses
• Keep claim business partners updated on 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, all documentary evidence, and approve initial pleadings, propound discovery, and/or develop strategy
• Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation as appropriate
• Draft post-trial motions
• Try and/or arbitrate cases by preparing motions, motions in limine and summary documents in limine
• Conducts settlement/dispositive proceedings (e.g., mediations, arbitrations, etc.)
• Prepares and conducts court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)

Education

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

Experience

• 5 or more years of experience

Minimum Requirements

• Skilled in conducting legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating the ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-structured legal documents.
• Demonstrates strong time management skills, effectively balancing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Capable of organizing case files, managing legal documents, and understanding the discovery process.
• Skilled in communicating with clients, preparing summaries, and maintaining records of interactions.
• Well-versed in legal ethics and the standards of professional conduct.
• Equipped with fundamental negotiation techniques and strategies for client interactions and settlement discussions.
• Must be commutable distance to courthouses throughout greater Detroit

Skills

• Documentation Review
• Evidence Gathering
• Insurance Defense
• Insurance Investigation
• Insurance Litigation
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Litigation
• Litigation Law
• Personal Injuries Litigation
• Personal Injury Claims
• PIP Litigation
• Property Claims
• Property Insurance Claims

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $85,600.00 - 152,650.00 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.