Attorney - Construction Litigation - Remote

Job Category Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management Position Type Regular Full Time Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2024, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity named State Farm a Top Performer and Compass Award Winner. Our mission is to provide high quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our client and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative. Levy and Associates , insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney located in the Portland Metropolitan area. This is a unique opportunity to join State Farm's Claim litigation team based in Seattle, WA defending clients in Oregon state courts. The position is classified as a hybrid role, combining both an in-office and virtual work arrangement. All employees in hybrid roles are required to spend some time working in the office. The selected candidate located in the Portland Metropolitan area will be expected to work at the Seattle Claim Litigation office at least one to two weekdays per month. Work arrangements and/or location, including the number of days you report to the office, could change over time based on business needs. OFFICE LOCATION: 901 5th Avenue Suite 830, Seattle WA, 98164 While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, the role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. As a result of not being billed by the hour, our attorneys have the opportunity to strategize on trial and case development as it passes through litigation. Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established by the Law Department Attend litigation events including trials, mediations, depositions, and hearings 8+ years of civil litigation experience in Oregon, preferably in insurance defense or personal injury ~ May also consider additional practice areas of medical malpractice and workers compensation ~ Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience Technology/software experience required Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system Accredited Law School with excellent academic credentials Must have an active law license to practice in the state of Oregon and be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Oregon. In addition, candidates must have an active law license to practice in the state of Washington and be a member in good standing with the Washington Bar. S. immediately. Other than authorized and pro bono work, State Farm attorneys are not permitted to handle any legal business outside of State Farm and candidates must cease all outside practice and all suit involvement before joining State Farm Travel via personal or commercial transportation to job related activities is an essential function On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring. Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund. Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.