Early Career Trial Attorney Remote - San Jose, CA

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 an Early Career Trial Attorney, you ll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more with arbitrations, mediations, and occasional trials. 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 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 drafting summaries of their statements and maintaining 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 California 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 Northern California.

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance:
  In-house litigation roles offer more predictable schedules and flexibility to support personal and professional growth.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business:
  Gain insight into Allstate s operations, objectives, and culture to align legal strategies with company goals.
• Direct Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with internal stakeholders and business units to drive proactive legal guidance and client relationships.
• Strategic Influence and Impact:
  Shape risk management initiatives and inform key business decisions.
• Diverse Legal Challenges:
  Exposure to regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution beyond traditional litigation.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  Ample opportunities for advancement and development.

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Case Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Time Management

Compensation offered for this role is 70,100. annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation. Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

EEO/Disclosures:
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