Trial Attorney (Remote - Glendale, CA)

at  Allstate

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 Trial Attorney, you’ll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, with thrilling trials, arbitrations, and mediations. 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!

EDUCATION

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 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 Phoenix or Tucson.

SKILLS

Case Management, Client Communication, Client Documentation, Conflict Resolution, Court Filings, Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Evidence Gathering, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Legal Discovery, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Document Review, Legal Ethics, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Negotiation, Results-Oriented, Time Management, Torts

• Work closely with senior attorneys and legal teams on larger cases and projects, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Assist in gathering and organizing 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 for senior attorneys.
• Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents under the supervision of senior attorneys.
• Assist in interviewing 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 under supervision.
• Help 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.