Early Career Trial Attorney Remote

Overview

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company! As a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Trial Attorney, you'll handle PIP/No Fault Arbitration Hearings, bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, with opportunities to handle trials, mediations, and other hearings. Beyond the courtroom, you'll provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams. Stay ahead of the game by monitoring new laws and regulations, ensuring our strategies remain sharp.

Embrace the excitement of constant challenges and victories in this dynamic role!

• Manage all aspects of PIP/no-fault litigation from case inception through resolution including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Gather and organize documents, evidence, and legal research for cases, including preparation for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents; prepare summaries and reports.
• Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Interview clients and witnesses, as well as drafting summaries of their statements and maintaining communication records.
• Attend arbitration hearings, court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings to observe and assist as needed; may represent the company or clients in routine matters.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations, and assist in updating the legal team on potential impacts to ongoing cases.
• Participate in training sessions and mentorship programs to develop legal skills and gain exposure to more complex legal work.
• Defend the company against medical bill claims

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the New Jersey state bar.

• Successful completion of courses focused on legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating the ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-structured legal documents.
• Demonstrates strong time management skills, effectively balancing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Capable of organizing case files, managing legal documents, and understanding the discovery process.
• Skilled in communicating with clients, preparing summaries, and maintaining records of interactions.
• Well-versed in legal ethics and the standards of professional conduct.
• Equipped with fundamental negotiation techniques and strategies for client interactions and settlement discussions.
• Must reside within a commutable distance and be able to travel throughout New Jersey, as needed, for trials, court appearances, virtual hearings, and other related proceedings.

• This job does not have supervisory duties.

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance:
  In-house litigation roles offer more predictable schedules and flexibility to excel professionally while maintaining personal life balance.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business:
  Gain invaluable insight into diverse business operations, objectives, and culture to align legal strategies with company goals.
• Direct Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business units to build strong client relationships and provide proactive legal guidance.
• Strategic Influence and Impact:
  Contribute to strategic decisions and risk management initiatives within the legal team.
• Diverse Legal Challenges:
  Exposure to a broad spectrum of legal work beyond traditional litigation, including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  Access ample opportunities for advancement and development.

Compensation:
The compensation offered for this role is $ - $ annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to grow and make an impact within a leading organization.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

It is the policy of the Company to employ the best qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law.