Senior Trial Attorney; Remote - Houston, TX

Senior Trial Attorney (Remote - Houston, TX)

Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company! As a Senior Trial Attorney, you will handle bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, conduct trials, arbitrations, and mediations, and provide counsel to business clients. You will coordinate between legal teams and stay ahead of evolving laws and regulations to keep our strategies sharp.

• Represent insured individuals and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits.
• Prepare thoroughly for and conduct hearings, trials, mediations, and depositions.
• Prepare and present pre‑ and post‑trial motions effectively.
• Assist colleagues in resolving calendar conflicts collaboratively.
• Offer counsel to business clients on day‑to‑day legal matters.
• Manage projects efficiently, fostering coordination and collaboration among legal teams.
• Keep abreast of new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate with other areas of the Law and Regulation department; provide proactive advice to business units on the impact of new laws.

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

• 3+ 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, Lexis Nexis (preferred), 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 the greater Houston, TX area.

• Exceptional Work‑Life Balance:
  In‑house litigation roles provide more predictable schedules, allowing you to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  Ample opportunities for advancement and professional development.
• Diverse Legal Challenges:
  Exposure to regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution beyond traditional litigation.
• Strategic Influence and Impact:
  Opportunity to shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives.
• Direct Client
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Close partnership with internal stakeholders and business units.
• Holistic Understanding of the Business:
  Gain insight into Allstate's diverse operations, enabling aligned legal strategies.

Court Appearances, Depositions, Documentation Review, Evidence Gathering, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Litigation Law, Mediation, Trial Work

Compensation offered for this role is $115, annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

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

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment‑based visas for this position.

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