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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing insurance defense litigation, including conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing counsel to clients. Proficient in case management, negotiation strategies, and maintaining compliance with legal ethics.
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Juris DoctorateActive Membership In Virginia State BarLegal Research And WritingLegal Document DraftingClient Communication
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Hard Skills
Insurance Defense LitigationLegal ResearchDrafting PleadingsDiscovery Process ManagementCourtroom AdvocacyMotion PracticeNegotiation TechniquesCase File OrganizationSummary PreparationExaminations Under Oath
Soft Skills
Time ManagementClient InteractionCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeLexisNexisTeamConnectLegal Case Management SoftwareInternet Research Tools
Industry Keywords
Legal EthicsProfessional Conduct StandardsLitigationDepositionsArbitrationsMediations
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict
- Conduct initial case assessments, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions
- Gather and organize documents, evidence, and legal research for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
- Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, and case precedents; prepare summaries and reports
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents
- Interview clients and witnesses; prepare statement summaries and maintain communication records
- Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings; represent the company or clients in routine matters as needed
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations and update the legal team on potential impacts
- Participate in training and mentorship programs
- Provide legal opinions to claims clients
- Conduct depositions and examinations under oath and prepare summary documents
- Provide counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams
Requirements
What you’ll need- Juris Doctorate
- Active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar
- Successful completion of courses focused on legal research, writing, and analysis
- Ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-structured legal documents
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to organize case files, manage legal documents, and understand the discovery process
- Client communication, summary preparation, and interaction record maintenance skills
- Knowledge of legal ethics and professional conduct standards
- Fundamental negotiation techniques and strategies
- Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, TeamConnect, internet research tools, and legal case management software
- Background investigation required
- Dedicated, private home workspace free from distractions
- Reliable internet with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload
- Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position
Benefits
Comp & perks- Exceptional work-life balance with predictable schedules and flexibility
- Professional growth opportunities, advancement, and professional development
- Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement for employees eligible to work from home
- Hybrid/remote work arrangement
- In-house litigation roles with direct client collaboration and strategic influence