Senior Trial Attorney, Remote (San Diego, CA)

Allstate; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 130.000 - 154.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Allstate is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to defend insureds and the Company in bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, with mediation, arbitration, and occasional trial responsibilities.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctorate and California Bar membership, with 4+ years of litigation experience. Remote work is supported; some travel to California for trials is required. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available, and expertise in insurance defense is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar required.
• 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 assistants under Lead Counsel guidance.
• Capacity to manage a substantial case load.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment and travel throughout California for trials/court appearances as needed.

Aufgaben

• Represents insured individuals and the Company in the 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; identifies and summarizes relevant issues; collaborates with L&R department; provides proactive advice to business units on legal impact.

Kenntnisse

Arbitration

Caseload Management

Depositions

Evidence Gathering

Insurance Defense

Litigation

Trial Experience

Ausbildung

Juris Doctorate

Jobbeschreibung

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 the Company! As a Senior Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, with mediations, arbitrations, and occasional 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. Embrace the excitement of constant challenges and victories in this dynamic role!

Applicants must be licensed to practice in the state of California. Applicants must reside in the following states: CA, WA, AZ, NV, OR. This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Represents insured individuals and the Company in the 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; identifies and summarizes relevant issues; collaborates with other areas of the Law and Regulation (L&R) department; provides proactive advice and counsel to business units on the impact of new laws; monitors legal representation.

Education

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar required.

Minimum Requirements

• 4+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation‑type skills, such as case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy, with the ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure.
• 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 effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel.
• Capacity to manage a substantial case load.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment and willing to travel throughout California for trials & court appearances on an as needed basis.

Skills

• Arbitration
• Caseload Management
• Depositions
• Evidence Gathering
• Insurance Defense
• Litigation
• Trial Experience

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $130,000 to $153,925 annually, based on experience and qualifications, with an additional annual bonus opportunity.

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

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.

It is the Company's policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee's ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.

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.