Attorney

State Farm•Dallas, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eric Swanson & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is hiring multiple Attorneys for its Dallas, Texas Claim Litigation office. The role provides case ownership and involves participating in litigation events and meeting with clients. Attorneys maintain ownership of their files while working collaboratively with other attorneys and support staff. Because attorneys are not billed by the hour, they can strategize on trial and case development as cases move through litigation. State Farm also offers career development opportunities. The anticipated start date is January 2027, with flexibility to accommodate the selected candidate’s availability. The position has a hybrid work arrangement, with limited time in the Dallas Claim Litigation office each month. Work arrangements, including office attendance, may change based on business needs. Attorneys handle litigation across multiple Texas counties; experience in Houston County and familiarity with its legal and professional community are preferred. The position requires an active Texas law license and at least five years of litigation experience. Attorneys must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States immediately; State Farm will not sponsor work authorization. State Farm attorneys may not handle outside legal business other than authorized or pro bono work and must end outside practice and suit involvement before joining. Travel to job-related activities is an essential function, and irregular hours may be required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of litigation experience.
Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with experience.
Experience with trials, mediations, and depositions.
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 and a document storage system.
J.D. from an A.B.A.-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
Active law license to practice in Texas and membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; State Farm does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
Must cease outside legal practice and suit involvement before joining State Farm, except for authorized and pro bono work.
Ability to travel by personal or commercial transportation to job-related activities.

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience in insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, or workers’ compensation.
Litigation experience in Houston County, Texas, and familiarity with its local legal and professional community.
Existing relationships with, or demonstrated experience developing relationships with, members of the local legal community 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 assigned files and meet with clients.

Benefits

Potential yearly incentive pay with a target of 16% and maximum potential of 24%.
Annual raises and bonus eligibility.
Health plan options, with State Farm paying most of the healthcare premium; medical plans include 100% coverage for in-network preventive care.
Vision, dental, telemedicine, and access to 24/7 mental health professionals.
Industry-leading training programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
Fertility, IVF, and adoption assistance.
College coaching and national discount programs.
Interactive monthly financial workshops and free financial coaching.
Generous time-off policies, including the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually, 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.
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary.
Free financial advisors for retirement planning.