Attorney

State Farm•Dallas, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

Eric Swanson & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking multiple Attorneys to join its Dallas, Texas Claim Litigation office. The role is remote, with very limited time in the Dallas office each quarter; work arrangements may change over time based on business needs. Attorneys will handle litigation across multiple counties in Texas, including their assigned geographic area, and are expected to understand the local litigation landscape and build professional relationships within the local legal community. The position involves owning cases, participating in litigation events, meeting with clients, preparing reports, and developing trial strategy and cases through litigation. Attorneys work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. The role is not billed by the hour, allowing time for case and trial strategy. The anticipated start date is January 2027, with flexibility based on the selected candidate’s availability.

Requirements

At least 5 years of litigation 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 and manage files.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently with cases in electronic form.
Working knowledge of a case management system and a document storage system.
J.D. from an A.B.A.-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
Active license to practice law in Texas and membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
Must cease all outside legal practice and suit involvement before joining State Farm, except for authorized and pro bono work.
Must be able to travel via personal or commercial transportation to job-related activities.
Must be comfortable handling matters throughout the assigned geographic area.
Remote candidates should live within 40 miles of Lubbock, Ector, or El Paso County.

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience in insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, or workers’ compensation.
Litigation experience in at least one of the following counties: Lubbock, Ector, or El Paso.
Familiarity with the local legal and professional community and demonstrated ability to develop relationships with local legal community members and other key stakeholders.

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 case files, meet with clients, and collaborate with attorneys and support staff.
Handle litigation across multiple counties throughout the state of Texas.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, annual raises, and potential annual incentive pay.
Health care plans, with State Farm paying most of the healthcare premium, plus vision, dental, telemedicine, and mental health services.
Health and wellbeing programs.
Industry training programs and tuition assistance.
Employee resource groups and mentoring.
Fertility, IVF, and adoption assistance.
College coaching and national discount programs.
Financial workshops and free financial coaching.
Generous time-off policies, initially up to 20 days annually, plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave, bereavement leave, and community service and education support days.
Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and Employee Assistance Fund.
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary.
Free financial advisors for retirement planning.