Trial Advisory Counsel, Lead Consultant (Remote)

Allstate • McCullom Lake, IL

6d • $110,000 - $180,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Trial Advisory Counsel Lead Consultant reviews moderate and complex matters in litigation and provides legal analysis of cases including liability, injuries, claimed damages, and strength of defenses. This role leads strategy consultations with Client Legal Services attorneys to assist with the development of litigation strategy, promote proactive movement of the case towards resolution, and mitigation of risk. The Lead Consultant also advises and counsels Claims business partners by facilitating roundtable discussions on legal risk factors, value drivers, and potential resolution strategies on individual cases as well as providing insight on emerging local and industry trends through data analytics.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited institution and active state bar license in good standing
• 5 or more years of experience
• Experience representing insured individuals and corporate clients in the defense of bodily injury and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) matters.
• Ability to serve as first or second chair in jury trials, arbitrations, and mediations, handling matters with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated proficiency in drafting and arguing pre-trial and post-trial motions, including motions in limine and summary judgment motions.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions independently.
• Capable of developing and implementing litigation strategies, including early case evaluation, risk assessment, and settlement analysis and recommendations.
• Demonstrates the ability to partner across teams and functions to improve responsiveness, prioritize workload, and adapt quickly to evolving litigation support demands across global markets.
• Applies forward-looking risk evaluation to identify emerging exposure, enabling earlier intervention, informed decision-making, and improved litigation cycle times.
• Exhibits strong legal acumen by guiding cross-functional discussions, synthesizing risk factors, defense strength, and strategic options to align stakeholders on resolution strategies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with team members to enhance team agility in meeting demand for assistance in all markets served by the team and across Global Litigation
• Identify the potential for the evolution of risk to drive early resolution and improve cycle time
• Facilitate roundtable discussions with Claims partners, providing legal analysis of risk factors, strength of defenses, and resolution strategy
• Use data analytics to identify trends in litigation country-wide and in specific jurisdictions and provide analysis, alternatives, and risk factors to Claims and Client Legal Services through strategic summaries tailored to each specific audience
• Act as an advanced resource to Claims partners and Client Legal Services in evaluating the effectiveness of litigation strategies in changing claim environments and high-risk markets
• Review and analyze matters in litigation and develop appropriate strategy to resolve or proceed to trial
• Lead discussions with Client Legal Services attorneys to assist with development of complex litigation strategy

Benefits

• Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
• Monthly connectivity reimbursement for eligible remote employees.
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior