Senior Trial Attorney
| Company | Allstate Insurance Company |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston, TX, USA |
| Salary | $85600 – $152650 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | JD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Texas State Bar
- 3+ 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
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis (preferred), 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 the greater Houston area
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
Preferred Qualifications
- First or second chair jury trial experience is preferred
- Proven experience with insurance defense is preferred