Allstate
Early Career Trial Attorney (Remote - Baton Rouge, LA)
Allstate, Louisiana, Missouri, United States, 63353
Early Career Trial Attorney (Remote - Baton Rouge, LA)
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.
Key Responsibilities
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, and draft summaries of their statements and maintain 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.
Education
Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Louisiana state bar.
Minimum Requirements
Able to complete legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating thorough legal research and clear, well-structured legal documents.
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.
Majority of the work centers on legal files within the greater Baton Rouge area, with periodic travel required to Lafayette and surrounding areas.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Benefits
Exceptional Work-Life Balance: More predictable schedules and flexibility.
Holistic Understanding of the Business: Gain insight into diverse operations and align legal strategies.
Direct Client Collaboration: Collaborate directly with internal stakeholders and business units.
Strategic Influence and Impact: Shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives.
Diverse Legal Challenges: Beyond traditional litigation, work in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Advancement and professional development support.
Skills Client Documentation, Clinical Documentation, Collaboration, Customer Responsiveness, Evidence Collection, Evidence Gathering, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Practical Legal Research, Receptive to Feedback, Self Motivation, Self-Starter, Teamwork, Time Management, Torts
Compensation The compensation offered for this role is $110,000.00 - $120,650.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
EEO and Legal Statements 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 Know Your Rights” 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.
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Insurance and Financial Services
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Key Responsibilities
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, and draft summaries of their statements and maintain 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.
Education
Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Louisiana state bar.
Minimum Requirements
Able to complete legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating thorough legal research and clear, well-structured legal documents.
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.
Majority of the work centers on legal files within the greater Baton Rouge area, with periodic travel required to Lafayette and surrounding areas.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Benefits
Exceptional Work-Life Balance: More predictable schedules and flexibility.
Holistic Understanding of the Business: Gain insight into diverse operations and align legal strategies.
Direct Client Collaboration: Collaborate directly with internal stakeholders and business units.
Strategic Influence and Impact: Shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives.
Diverse Legal Challenges: Beyond traditional litigation, work in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Advancement and professional development support.
Skills Client Documentation, Clinical Documentation, Collaboration, Customer Responsiveness, Evidence Collection, Evidence Gathering, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Practical Legal Research, Receptive to Feedback, Self Motivation, Self-Starter, Teamwork, Time Management, Torts
Compensation The compensation offered for this role is $110,000.00 - $120,650.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
EEO and Legal Statements 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 Know Your Rights” 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.
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Insurance and Financial Services
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