[Remote] Trial Attorney (Remote - Richmond, VA)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Allstate is a company focused on protecting families and their belongings from uncertainties. They are seeking a Trial Attorney to manage insurance defense litigation, provide counsel to business clients, and ensure compliance with evolving laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict, including initial case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions to ensure favorable outcomes for clients
• Gather and organize documents, evidence, and legal research for cases, including preparation for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents; prepare summaries and reports
• Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents
• Interview clients and witnesses, as well as drafting summaries of their statements and maintaining communication records
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings to observe and assist as needed; may represent the company or clients in routine matters
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and assist in updating the legal team on potential impacts to ongoing cases
• Participate in training sessions and mentorship programs to develop legal skills and gain exposure to more complex legal work

Skills

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar
• Seeking candidates with entry-level to early career experience in trial advocacy
• Successful completion of courses focused on legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating the ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-structured legal documents
• Demonstrates strong time management skills, effectively balancing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Capable of organizing case files, managing legal documents, and understanding the discovery process
• Skilled in communicating with clients, preparing summaries, and maintaining records of interactions
• Well-versed in legal ethics and the standards of professional conduct
• Equipped with fundamental negotiation techniques and strategies for client interactions and settlement discussions
• Must be within a commutable distance to courthouses throughout the Richmond, Virginia area, with primary courts including the City of Richmond, Henrico County, Chesterfield County, Hanover County, and New Kent County

Benefits

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance
• Holistic Understanding of the Business
• Direct Client Collaboration
• Strategic Influence and Impact
• Diverse Legal Challenges
• Professional Growth Opportunities

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