Senior Subrogation Attorney, Remote (Los Angeles, CA)
About The Position
Allstate is hiring a Senior Subrogation Attorney to lead complex auto and property subrogation matters from investigation through resolution. The attorney will independently manage sophisticated litigation, develop recovery strategies, conduct negotiations, and represent Allstate in court, arbitration, mediation, and trial proceedings. The role also provides legal guidance to claims partners and business stakeholders, contributes thought leadership on subrogation matters, and supports financial and operational results through successful recovery efforts. Applicants must be licensed to practice in California and reside in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, or Oregon. The position is remote and may require travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed. The role offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus subject to applicable terms and conditions, compensation of $130,000 to $153,925 annually based on experience and qualifications, and an additional annual bonus opportunity. Allstate provides a technology setup including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement. A home workspace must be dedicated, private, and free from distractions, with appropriate desk and seating; reliable internet with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload is required.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate required.
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar required.
- At least 4 years of litigation experience, including insurance defense, subrogation, personal injury, property damage litigation, or related practice areas.
- Ability to independently manage a substantial litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
- Experience conducting depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
- Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal strategy development, negotiation, and dispute resolution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research platforms.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, claims professionals, and support staff.
- Comfort working in a remote environment and willingness to travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed.
- Must reside in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, or Oregon.
- Must be licensed to practice in California.
Nice To Haves
- LexisNexis experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex auto and property subrogation litigation from investigation through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, negotiations, arbitrations, trials, and post-trial motions.
- Investigate and evaluate subrogation opportunities, determine liability and damages, and develop recovery strategies to maximize results.
- Lead negotiations with carriers, attorneys, and third parties to achieve favorable recoveries and efficient dispute resolution.
- Review new file assignments, develop litigation strategies, and provide legal guidance aligned with business objectives.
- Advise claims professionals and business stakeholders on litigation risks, recovery opportunities, and case strategy.
- Prepare and present witnesses, conduct depositions, and represent Allstate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Analyze claims files, expert reports, legal authorities, and other case materials to support litigation strategy and recovery recommendations.
- Prepare and argue pre-trial and post-trial motions, settlement proceedings, and other complex legal matters.
- Monitor relevant laws, regulations, and case law and provide proactive guidance on potential impacts to recoveries and litigation strategy.
- Manage a high-volume caseload and legal projects while collaborating with attorneys, claims teams, and support staff.
- Travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
- Additional annual bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement for employees eligible to work from home.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
