Senior Trial Attorney, Remote (San Diego, CA)
About The Position
At Allstate, the Senior Trial Attorney joins the legal team to defend insured individuals and the Company in bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation matters, and Allstate Financial cases. The role includes preparing for and conducting hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions, as well as preparing and presenting pre- and post-trial motions. The attorney also advises business clients on day-to-day legal matters and coordinates projects and work among legal teams. The attorney monitors and evaluates new laws, regulations, and case law, identifies relevant issues, collaborates with other areas of the Law and Regulation department, and proactively advises business units about the effects of new laws. The position is remote, with travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed. Applicants must be licensed to practice in California and reside in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, or Oregon.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate.
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar; applicants must be licensed to practice in California.
- At least 4 years of litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills, including case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy, with the ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure.
- First- or second-chair jury trial experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, including working effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel.
- Ability to manage a substantial caseload.
- Comfort working remotely and willingness to travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed.
- Applicants must reside in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, or Oregon.
Nice To Haves
- Proven experience with insurance defense.
Responsibilities
- Represent insured individuals and the Company in defending bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation matters, and Allstate Financial cases.
- Prepare for and conduct hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
- Prepare and present pre- and post-trial motions.
- Help colleagues resolve calendar conflicts collaboratively.
- Advise business clients on day-to-day legal matters.
- Manage projects and foster coordination and collaboration among legal teams.
- Monitor and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate across the Law and Regulation department; advise business units about the impact of new laws; and monitor legal representation.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
- 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
