Trial Attorney

At Allstate, we're committed to protecting our customers and their assets from life's uncertainties. As a Trial Attorney, you'll play a critical role in defending our clients and the company in bodily injury and property damage lawsuits. Your expertise will be essential in navigating the complexities of insurance law and ensuring favorable outcomes for our clients.

• Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation, from case inception to verdict, including initial case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions.
• Gather and organize 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.
• Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Interview 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.
• 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.

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

• Exceptional work-life balance, with predictable schedules and flexibility to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
• Holistic understanding of the business, with opportunities to align legal strategies closely with the company's goals and foster impactful contributions and strategic partnerships across departments.
• Direct client collaboration, with opportunities to drive the company's success by providing proactive legal guidance and support.
• Strategic influence and impact, with opportunities to shape key business decisions and risk management initiatives.
• Diverse legal challenges, with opportunities for continuous professional growth and development.
• Professional growth opportunities, with support and resources to reach new heights in your legal career.

Compensation for this role is $66,800.00 - 120,650.00 annually, based on experience and qualifications. The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

At Allstate, we're committed to empowering everyone to lead, drive change, and give back where they work and live. We're a company that values connection and belonging, and we're proud to have received several inclusivity and diversity awards.