Trial Attorney - Las Vegas, Nevada (Remote)

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s 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 Senior Consultant II (Trial Attorney) represents insureds and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits. The attorney will handle a caseload with assistance and oversight as needed to conduct discovery, represent the client in arbitrations, attend and argue hearings, and conduct jury trials on behalf of their client.

Key Responsibilities

• Excellent opportunity for a newly barred attorney or one seeking to change practice areas.
• Enjoy the benefit of a collaborative team of attorneys, staff, and lead counsel to mentor and assist.

• Handle a caseload of litigation files where you are the lead attorney.
  • Meet with your client and claim representative to develop a litigation plan on new assignments.
  • Review evidence, draft pleadings, and handle all aspect of discovery. 
  • Where appropriate, conduct alternative dispute resolution (mediations, arbitrations, or settlement negotiations). 
  • Prepare and attend court and arbitration appearances.
  • Prepare for and take depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.  Prepare summaries of depositions. 
  • Prepare witnesses and client for depositions, appearances, arbitrations, mediations, and trials.
  • Update claim business partners current on status of files and work with them closely through written reporting, frequent teleconferences, and updates. 
  • Conduct all pre-trial work on your cases and attend hearings.
  • Second-chair jury trials with experienced attorneys to gain experience and confidence.
  • Try to a jury your own case with the assistance, if needed, of any experienced mentor.
  • No requirement for billable hours. 

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
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• Must be a licensed member of the State Bar of Nevada, in good standing.
• Must live in the state of Nevada to make court appearances as needed

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Skills

Client Documentation, Conflict Resolution, Court Appearances, Depositions, Drafting Pleadings, Evidence Gathering, Jury Trials, Legal Document Preparation, Litigation, Torts

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $66,800.00 - 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.

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s 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.  

You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve 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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