Overview
Sr. Trial Attorney/Remote Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia, USA at Allstate
Position: Â Sr. Trial Attorney-Atlanta, GA (Remote)
Qualifications
Ability to feel empowered to handle your own docket
Juris Doctorate degree and member in good standing of the Georgia State Bar
Up to seven years Insurance Defense, Subrogation and/or Personal Injury litigation experience
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
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
Trial preparation could require lifting in excess of 20 lbs
Responsibilities
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
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
Review new file assignments and approve initial pleadings, propound discovery, and/or develop strategy
Contacts clients to discuss their case and answer any questions
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.)
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
Ability to travel
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job
May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
Benefits
Compensation offered for this role is $82,000.00-$ per year and is based on experience and qualifications
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
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Title: Sr. Trial Attorney/Remote
Company: Allstate
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Category: Law/Legal, Management
