Senior Trial Attorney (Remote - Fresno, CA)

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties.

Job Description

Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company!

As a Senior Trial Attorney, you'll handle bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more with mediations, arbitrations, and occasional trials. 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. Embrace the excitement of constant challenges and victories in this dynamic role.

Key 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 department; provides proactive advice and counsel to business units on the impact of new laws; monitors legal representation.

Education

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

Minimum Requirements

• 4+ 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.
• First or second chair jury trial experience is preferred.
• Proven experience with insurance defense is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, 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 Fresno, CA.

Benefits

• Exceptional Work‑Life Balance: predictable schedules that support personal and professional life.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: ample opportunities for advancement and development.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business: insight into diverse operations, objectives, and culture.
• Direct Client Collaboration: closer partnership with internal stakeholders and business units.
• Strategic Influence and Impact: ability to shape strategic decisions and risk‑management initiatives.
• Diverse Legal Challenges: broad spectrum of legal work beyond traditional litigation.

Skills

• Case Management, Documentation Review, Evidence Gathering, Insurance Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Trial Practice.

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $90,700.00 – $153,925.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

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