Early Career Trial Attorney; Remote - Seattle, WA

Overview

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. Our innovative drive keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts and airbags to pricing sophistication, telematics, and device and identity protection.

Job Description

Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company. As an Early Career Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more with arbitrations, mediations, and occasional trials. You will provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams, monitor new laws and regulations, and ensure our strategies remain sharp. Embrace the excitement of constant challenges and victories in this dynamic role.

• Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict, including initial case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions to ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
• 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 draft summaries of their statements and maintain communication records.
• Attend 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.

Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Washington 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 be commutable distance to courthouses throughout Washington.

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life. Our in-house litigation roles provide more predictable schedules and flexibility, allowing you to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you ll gain invaluable insight into our diverse business operations, objectives, and culture. This understanding enables you to align legal strategies with the company s goals, fostering impactful contributions across departments.
• Direct Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working in-house at Allstate means collaborating directly with internal stakeholders and business units, building deeper client relationships and understanding needs and priorities. You ll provide proactive legal guidance and support to drive the company s success.
• Strategic Influence and Impact: Shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives; your insights will inform key business decisions and help mitigate risks to drive positive outcomes for Allstate.
• Diverse Legal Challenges: In-house litigation roles encompass a broad spectrum of work beyond traditional litigation, including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution, supporting ongoing professional growth.
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