Location: New York,NY, USA
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 Value of Working at Client Legal Services:Provide great service to our clients and policy holders in their time of need to make a differenceGreat place to learn to try cases and handle litigationAbility to feel empowered to handle your own docketJob Family Summary:The Litigation Services Attorney job family is responsible for managing Insurance Defense and Tort Litigation / Disputes work and related issues/matters.Job Summary: Represents insured and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and Allstate Financial cases. Prepares for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions. Prepares and argues pre and post-trial motions. Assists colleagues in the resolution of calendar conflicts. Provides counsel to business clients on day to day issues. Provides project management, coordination, and collaboration between legal teams. Monitors and reviews new laws, regulations, and case law; identifies and summarizes relevant issues; collaborates with other areas of L&R department; proactively provides advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business; monitors counsel.Key Responsibilities: Review new file assignments and approve initial pleadings, propound discovery, and/or develop strategyContacts clients to discuss their case and answer any questions. Maintains contact at a minimum of 90 daysContact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc.)Review all documentary evidencePrepares witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnessesConducts depositions and examinations under oath and prepares summary documentsPrepares and conducts court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)Conducts settlement/dispositive proceedings (e.g. mediations, arbitrations, etc.)Try and/or arbitrate cases and prepares motions in liminie and summary documentsDraft post-trial motionsPrepare for and participate in appealsProvide legal opinions to claims clientsInvestigate and pursue subrogation litigation as appropriateManages projectsKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience: Juris Doctorate degree and member in good standing of NY State BarUp to five years Insurance Defense, Subrogation and/or Personal Injury litigation experienceTrial and/or Arbitration experience is preferred, with flexibility to work across several disciplines that may include SIU, PIP, UM and Subrogation.No Fault and/or SIU experience is a plus.Computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office, Lexis, and the internetAbility to work well with others on a team of attorneys, paralegals, administrative assistants, supervised by an attorney Lead CounselMust be able to handle a large caseloadExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are key to working with a variety of internal and external contacts as well as for preparing reports, pleadings, and correspondence, collaborating with others, etc. Will work independently as well as part of a cohesive team.Ability to travelRegular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.This is a Field Home-Based Worker position, meaning your schedule will consist of time in the field as needed, travel for court, etc., and time working remotely from home. This provides you greater flexibility, and this position is eligible for a monthly connectivity reimbursement to offset the costs of internet and phone expenses.Compensation Compensation offered for this role is $85,600.00 - 152,650.00 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. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.Good Hands. Greater Together. Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr