Senior Trial Attorney, Remote (Sacramento / San Francisco, CA)
About The Position
Allstate is hiring a Senior Trial Attorney to defend insured individuals and the Company in bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases. The attorney prepares for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions, and prepares and presents pre- and post-trial motions. The role also includes advising business clients on day-to-day legal matters, managing projects and coordinating with legal teams, and monitoring new laws, regulations, and case law to assess their impact and provide proactive advice to business units. This is a remote role for candidates residing in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, or Oregon. Applicants must be licensed to practice in California and must be willing to travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed. The position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to applicable terms and conditions, and offers an annual bonus opportunity. Remote employees need a dedicated private workspace and reliable internet; Allstate provides a technology setup and a monthly connectivity reimbursement to eligible work-from-home employees.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
- At least 4 years of litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills, including case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy.
- Ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure.
- First- or second-chair jury trial experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel.
- Capacity to manage a substantial caseload.
- Comfort working remotely and willingness to travel throughout California for trials and court appearances as needed.
- 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 the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases.
- Prepare for and conduct hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
- Prepare and present pre- and post-trial motions.
- Assist colleagues in resolving calendar conflicts collaboratively.
- Advise business clients on day-to-day legal matters.
- Manage projects efficiently and foster coordination and collaboration among legal teams.
- Monitor and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate with other areas of the Law and Regulation department; advise business units on 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 laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement for eligible employees working from home.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
