Senior Trial Attorney (PIP, SIU) - Syracuse, NY (Remote)

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

And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

The client legal services attorney represents insured and the Company in the investigation and defense of no-fault claims and lawsuits.

The attorney prepares for and conducts hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, examinations under oath, and depositions.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct depositions examinations under oath and prepares summary documents

Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and trials including expert witnesses

Keep claim business partners updated on status (initial client contact, initial litigation plan, recurring contacts, strategy conferences, pre-trial, etc.)

Review new file assignments, all documentary evidence, and approves initial pleadings, propound discovery, and / or develop strategy

Investigate medical providers billing the Company and pursue litigation as appropriate

Draft motions

Try and / or arbitrate cases including by preparing motions, and motions in limine

Conduct settlement / dispositive proceedings (e.g., mediations, arbitrations, etc.)

Prepare and conduct court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.)

Ability to travel within the Syracuse, NY area (as needed)

Education

Juris Doctor (Required) and licensed with the NY State Bar and in good standing

Experience

2 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory duties.

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Skills

Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Documentation Review, Evidence Gathering, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Results-Oriented

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $85,600.00 - 152,650.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

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

Joining our team isnt just a job its an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo.

And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.

Youll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, weve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.

Good Hands. Greater Together.

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