Trial Attorney - (Remote - Metro area, New York)

Allstate Insurance; New York (NY); Remote; USD 66,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Trial Attorney to represent clients in bodily injury and property damage cases. This role involves preparing for hearings, trials, and mediations while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and relevant experience, with a commitment to legal excellence and client service.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contact clients to discuss their case and answer questions.
• Prepare and conduct court appearances and depositions.
• Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation.

Skills

Client Documentation

Evidence Gathering

Legal Document Preparation

Litigation

Torts

Education

4-year Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctor

Job description

Job Description

The Trial Attorney represents insureds and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and other litigated cases. This position prepares for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contact clients to discuss their case and answer questions.
2. Review new file assignments, all documentary evidence, approve initial pleadings, propound discovery, and develop strategy.
3. Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation, as appropriate.
4. Conduct settlements/dispositive proceedings (e.g., mediations, arbitrations).
5. Prepare and conduct court appearances (conferences, hearings, etc.).
6. Conduct depositions and examinations under oath; prepare summary documents.
7. Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and trials, including expert witnesses.
8. Try and/or arbitrate cases; prepare motions and summary documents in limine.
9. Keep claim business partners updated on case status.

Education

• 4-year Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• Juris Doctor (Required); licensed and in good standing in New York

Experience

• 1 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role does not have supervisory duties.

Skills

Client Documentation, Evidence Gathering, Legal Document Preparation, Litigation, Torts

Compensation

Annual salary ranges from $66,800 to $120,650, based on experience and qualifications. Bonus eligibility applies.

The candidate will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team offers an opportunity for growth, challenge, and impact, in a flexible environment that values connection and diversity.

Additional Information

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

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