Subrogation Trial Attorney (Remote - Pennsylvania)

Allstate

2d • Remote

About The Position

Step into a role where your advocacy drives meaningful recoveries and impactful results! As a Subrogation Trial Attorney, you’ll lead litigation efforts to pursue responsible third parties and recover losses on behalf of the Company. You’ll manage a dynamic caseload involving property damage, auto, commercial, and complex subrogation matters—guiding cases through investigation, negotiations, arbitrations, mediations, and trials. Beyond litigation, you’ll advise internal business partners on recovery strategies, evaluate liability and damages, and collaborate closely with claims teams to maximize outcomes. Stay sharp by monitoring evolving laws and industry trends to strengthen our recovery efforts. If you thrive on strategic advocacy, financial impact, and winning on the merits, this role puts you at the center of the action. Explore the Benefits of Joining Allstate's Client Legal Services: Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life. Our in-house litigation roles provide more predictable schedules and flexibility, allowing you to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life. Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you'll gain invaluable insight into our diverse business operations, objectives, and culture. This comprehensive understanding enables you to align legal strategies closely with the company's goals, fostering impactful contributions and strategic partnerships across departments. Direct Client Collaboration: Working in-house at Allstate means collaborating directly with internal stakeholders and business units. This close partnership cultivates deeper client relationships, facilitating a nuanced understanding of their needs and priorities. By providing proactive legal guidance and support, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the company's success. Strategic Influence and Impact: As an integral member of our legal team, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives. Your insights and expertise will inform key business decisions, empowering you to mitigate risks effectively and drive positive outcomes that directly impact Allstate's bottom line. Diverse Legal Challenges: In-house litigation roles at Allstate encompass a broad spectrum of legal work beyond traditional litigation, including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution. This diversity of challenges ensures continuous professional growth and development, expanding your skill set and enhancing your career trajectory. Professional Growth Opportunities: With ample opportunities for advancement and professional development, you'll have the support and resources you need to reach new heights in your legal career.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Pennsylvania State Bar.
• 1+ years of litigation experience, within Subrogation, Insurance Defense, or related fields.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well structured legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities, with skill in balancing multiple cases and deadlines.
• Knowledge of the discovery process, including document management, evidence handling, and case preparation.
• Effective client communication skills, including interviewing, summarizing statements, and maintaining accurate records.
• Solid understanding of legal ethics and professional responsibility standards.
• Fundamental negotiation skills for settlement discussions and client interactions.
• Travel ability to handle legal matters within local courts near your home location
• Occasional travel may be required to counties outside the immediate region.

Responsibilities

• Handle a primary caseload of subrogation matters, with a smaller portion of traditional insurance defense files.
• Manage a high volume caseload efficiently, ensuring timely progress on all assigned files while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Gather, evaluate, and organize case materials, including documents, evidence, and legal research, to support hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Conduct legal research on applicable statutes, regulations, and case law, and prepare clear, concise research summaries and reports.
• Draft high quality pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests/responses, and other legal filings with strong attention to legal strategy and detail.
• Interview clients and witnesses, prepare summaries of their statements, and maintain comprehensive communication records.
• Attend and participate in court hearings, depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings; may independently represent the company or clients in routine matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and update the legal team on potential impacts to ongoing or future cases.
• Participate in training, mentorship, and professional development programs to strengthen trial skills and gain exposure to more complex litigation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree