\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Provide great service to our clients and policy holders in their time of need to make a difference
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Great place to learn to try cases and handle litigation
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Ability to feel empowered to handle your own docket\u00a0
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. \u00a0Provides counsel to business clients on day to day issues. \u00a0Provides 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.\u00a0
Key Responsibilities:
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Review new file assignments and approve \u00a0initial pleadings, propound discovery, and/or develop strategy
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Contacts clients to discuss their case and answer any questions.Maintains contact at a minimum of 90 days
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Contact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Review all documentary evidence
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Prepares witnesses and clients \u00a0for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnesses\u00a0
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Conducts depositions and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents\u00a0
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Prepares and conducts court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Conducts settlement/dispositive proceedings (e.g. mediations, arbitrations, etc.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Try and/or arbitrate cases and prepares motions in liminie and summary documents
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Draft post-trial motions
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Prepare for and participate in appeals
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Provide legal opinions to claims clients
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation as appropriate
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Manages projects
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Juris Doctorate degree and member in good standing of NY State Bar
\u2022\u00a0 \u00a0 A minimum of five years Insurance Defense, Bodily Injury and/or Personal Injury litigation experience preferred
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Trial and/or Arbitration experience is preferred, with flexibility to work across several disciplines that may include SIU, PIP, UM and Subrogation.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0No Fault and/or SIU experience is a plus.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office, Lexis, and the internet
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Ability to work well with others on a team of attorneys, paralegals, administrative assistants, supervised by an attorney Lead Counsel
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Must be able to handle a large caseload
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Excellent 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.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Ability to travel
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Periodically lifting in excess of 20 pounds throughout the day, depending on court matters being handled. Attorneys are required to cover court matters for each other; attorneys have laptops.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Bending to pick up the computer bag which sometimes is more than 20 pounds, entering and exiting a vehicle, maneuvering files and computer at security checkpoints
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Turning and twisting at work
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Driving at least 40-50 miles daily depending on the activities being covered, court, doctors\u2019 depositions, discovery depositions, and case evaluations, etc.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Sitting for pro-longed periods of time en route to court, in court or at court proceedings, depositions, etc.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Walking and rolling brief case with files from vehicle to the legal proceeding and/or deposition and facilitations, etc.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Trial preparation could require lifting in excess 20 lbs. because of exhibits, materials, records from plaintiff, etc. \u00a0These materials are printed for some proceedings.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
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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. \u00a0This provides you greater flexibility, \u00a0and this position is eligible for a monthly connectivity reimbursem*nt to offset the costs of internet and phone expenses.
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Notes:
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
Compensation offered for this role is\u00a0$82,000.00-$146,125.00 per year\u00a0and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen.
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Good Work. Good Life. Good Hands\u00ae.
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As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary \u2013 but that\u2019s just the beginning. Our Total Rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k). Plus, you\u2019ll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life -- including a generous paid time off policy.\u00a0For a full description of Allstate\u2019s benefits, visit https://www.allstate.jobs/benefits/
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Learn more about life at Allstate. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn or watch a video.
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Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
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Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
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To view the \u201cEEO is the Law\u201d poster click \u201chere\u201d. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
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Role overview
The world isn’t standing still, and neither is Allstate. We’re moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers’ evolving needs. That’s why now is an exciting time to join our team. You’ll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.
Everything we do at Allstate is driven by a shared purpose: to protect people from life’s uncertainties so they can realize their hopes and dreams. For more than 89 years we’ve thrived by staying a step ahead of whatever’s coming next – to give customers peace of mind no matter what changes they face. We acted with conviction to advocate for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws. We help give survivors of domestic violence a voice through financial empowerment. We’ve been an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, digital photo claims and, more recently, device and identity protection.
We are the Good Hands. We don’t follow the trends. We set them.
Value of Working at Client Legal Services
• Provide great service to our clients and policy holders in their time of need to make a difference
• Great place to learn to try cases and handle litigation
• Ability to feel empowered to handle your own docket
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 strategy
• Contacts clients to discuss their case and answer any questions.Maintains contact at a minimum of 90 days
• Contact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc.)
• Review all documentary evidence
• Prepares witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnesses
• Conducts depositions and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents
• Prepares 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 documents
• Draft post-trial motions
• Prepare for and participate in appeals
• Provide legal opinions to claims clients
• Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation as appropriate
• Manages projects
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience
• Juris Doctorate degree and member in good standing of NY State Bar
• A minimum of five years Insurance Defense, Bodily Injury and/or Personal Injury litigation experience preferred
• Trial 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 internet
• Ability to work well with others on a team of attorneys, paralegals, administrative assistants, supervised by an attorney Lead Counsel
• Must be able to handle a large caseload
• Excellent 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 travel
• Periodically lifting in excess of 20 pounds throughout the day, depending on court matters being handled. Attorneys are required to cover court matters for each other; attorneys have laptops.
• Bending to pick up the computer bag which sometimes is more than 20 pounds, entering and exiting a vehicle, maneuvering files and computer at security checkpoints
• Turning and twisting at work
• Driving at least 40-50 miles daily depending on the activities being covered, court, doctors’ depositions, discovery depositions, and case evaluations, etc.
• Sitting for pro-longed periods of time en route to court, in court or at court proceedings, depositions, etc.
• Walking and rolling brief case with files from vehicle to the legal proceeding and/or deposition and facilitations, etc.
• Trial preparation could require lifting in excess 20 lbs. because of exhibits, materials, records from plaintiff, etc. These materials are printed for some proceedings.
• Regular, 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 reimbursem*nt to offset the costs of internet and phone expenses.
#LI-KV1
Notes:
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
Compensation offered for this role is$82,000.00-$146,125.00 per yearand is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen.
Good Work. Good Life. Good Hands®.
As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary – but that’s just the beginning. Our Total Rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k). Plus, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life — including a generous paid time off policy.For a full description of Allstate’s benefits, visit https://www.allstate.jobs/benefits/
Learn more about life at Allstate. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn or watch a video.
#LI-KV1
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee’s terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Who we are
Allstate has been protecting families and their belongings for over 90 years. As the Good Hands company, we offer affordable, simple and connected coverage to our customers. Today, were expanding our product offerings to continue our mission of protecting people from life’s uncertainties.
Who we are
Allstate has been protecting families and their belongings for over 90 years. As the Good Hands company, we offer affordable, simple and connected coverage to our customers. Today, were expanding our product offerings to continue our mission of protecting people from life’s uncertainties.
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
Health
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
Retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
Work-life balance
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
Career development
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursem*nt
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits, visit allstate.jobs/benefits/
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