Senior Trial Attorney, Remote (Los Angeles, California)

Job title: Senior Trial Attorney, Remote (Los Angeles, California)

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 Senior Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, with mediations, arbitrations, 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!

Applicants must be licensed to practice in the state of California

Applicants can reside in the following states: CA, WA, AZ, NV, OR

This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Represents insured individuals and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases.

• Prepares thoroughly for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.

• Prepares and presents pre- and post-trial motions effectively.

• Assists colleagues in resolving calendar conflicts in a collaborative manner.

• Offers counsel to business clients on day-to-day legal matters.

• Manages projects efficiently, fostering coordination and collaboration among legal teams.

• Keeps abreast of and evaluates new laws, regulations, and case law; identifies and summarizes relevant issues; collaborates with other areas of the Law and Regulation (L&R) department; provides proactive advice and counsel to business units on the impact of new laws; monitors legal representation.

Education

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar required.

• Minimum Requirements

• 4+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills, such as case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy, with the ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure.

• First or second chair jury trial experience

• Proven experience with insurance defense is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, and internet research.

• Strong teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel.

• Capacity to manage a substantial case load.

• Comfortable working in a remote environment and willing to travel throughout California for trials & court appearances on an as needed basis.

Skills

• Arbitration, Case Management, Depositions, Evidence Gathering, Litigation, Trial Experience

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 90,700.00 - 153,925.00 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. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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

Note: Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.