The world isn’t standing still, and neither is allstateWe’re moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers’ evolving needsThat’s why now is an exciting time to join our teamYou’ll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramountWe empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and liveOur people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.
Everything we do at allstate is driven by a shared purpose: to protect people from life’s uncertainties so they can realize their hopes and dreamsFor more than 89 years we’ve thrived by staying a step ahead of whatever’s coming next – to give customers peace of mind no matter what changes they faceWe acted with conviction to advocate for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving lawsWe help give survivors of domestic violence a voice through financial empowermentWe’ve been an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, digital photo claims and, more recently, device and identity protectionWe are the good handsWe don’t follow the trendsWe set them.
Job description
Allstate`s claim litigation team provides legal assistance in connection with large and complex claims cases and manages controversies arising from the implementation and execution of claims policies and procedures, both before and after litigation has commenced (including appeals)This practice group also assists with insurance coverage disputes by providing legal opinions and managing related litigationThe group provides training and advice to the claims organizationProvides legal counsel to and representation of selected business units and/or corporate departments on selected mattersProvides support to other attorneys in law and regulation.
Key responsibilities
Performs basic legal and factual research and investigation to formulate a legal opinion, identify risks and propose alternative courses of action
As skills develop, this attorney should be able to perform routine legal work using established procedures
Able to communicate views effectively orally and in writing and represent position to others internally and externally
Provides assistance to other attorneys on major projects and assignments
Work product has some influence on achievement of company goals
May be assigned lead responsibility for some projects and assignments
Works with managerial guidance and oversight
Job qualifications
Possesses j.dDegree; licensed and in good standing in with at least three to five years of experience as an attorney.
Competitive academic record and/or significant relevant accomplishments
Strong written and oral communication skills
Litigation or coverage experience preferred.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen.
Good workGood lifeGood hands®.
As a fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary – but that’s just the beginningOur total rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k)Plus, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life - including a generous paid time off policyFor a full description of allstate’s benefits, visit allstate.jobs/benefits/
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