Attorney

State Farm•Chicago, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

State Farm Insurance Companies is seeking an Attorney for its Claim Litigation office in Chicago, Illinois. The role includes owning cases, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. Attorneys work collaboratively, can assist one another, and have access to support staff while retaining ownership of their files. Because attorneys are not billed by the hour, they can focus on trial strategy and case development throughout litigation. State Farm also offers career development opportunities. This is a hybrid position requiring time both in the office and virtually. Work arrangements may change based on business needs. The office is at 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL 60602. Travel to job-related activities by personal or commercial transportation is an essential function, and irregular hours may be required.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience.
Jury trial experience.
Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with experience.
Trial, mediation, and deposition experience.
Ability to own files.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently with cases in electronic form.
Working knowledge of a case management system.
Working knowledge of a document storage system.
A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
An active license to practice law in Illinois and membership in good standing with the State Bar of Illinois.
Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
Before joining State Farm, candidates must cease all outside practice and suit involvement, except authorized and pro bono work.

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience, strongly preferred in insurance defense involving medical malpractice or personal injury.

Responsibilities

Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established by the Law Department.
Prepare and summarize reports for proceedings.
Develop trial strategy and cases.
Attend litigation events, including trials, mediations, depositions, and hearings.
Own and manage assigned files and meet with clients.

Benefits

Potential yearly incentive pay, with a target of 16% and maximum potential of 24%.
Annual raises and bonuses.
Health and wellbeing programs, with State Farm paying most healthcare premiums and multiple healthcare plan options.
Vision, dental, telemedicine, and access to 24/7 mental health professionals.
Educational benefits, including training programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
Fertility, IVF, and adoption assistance.
National discount programs, college coaching, financial workshops, and free financial coaching.
Time off policies, with the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually, plus parental leave, paid holidays, a celebration day, life leave, bereavement leave, and community service/education support days.
Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and Employee Assistance Fund.
Retirement planning resources, including free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary.