At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
Join Allstate's in-house legal team, Claim Litigation, a division of Global Litigation. Claim Litigation primarily manages matters involving allegations of bad faith and extra-contractual exposure against the Company. Claim Litigation Counsel will be expected to provide guidance to the Claims Organization regarding insurance claims of heightened exposure, complex extra-contractual matters, bad faith, and other major claim-related litigation.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant and substantive experience in a law firm or in-house legal department related to insurance defense work, and some experience managing or litigating bad faith or extra-contractual allegations. In addition, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, strong research and writing skills, and an eagerness to be involved in a dynamic company.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee first and third-party claims of heightened exposure, complex extra-contractual matters, bad faith, and other major litigation related to insurance claims. Perform extra-contractual analysis based on factual and legal issues. Provide advice to the Claims Organization on extra-contractual and bad faith issues, recommendations for resolution, and strategies to mitigate risk related to insurance claims. Prepare and present recommendations for settlement of claims where there is extra-contractual risk. Work closely with outside counsel and the Claims Organization in the oversight of high exposure and complex claims in litigation. Work with business colleagues and other in-house legal teams to develop and implement recommendations related to the handling of claims. Provide advice and counsel to the business with respect to litigation strategies and on emerging legal issues and risks.
Education & Experience
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law, and in good standing, within State of Practice. 3+ years of substantive legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. Insurance defense experience (required)
Functional Skills
Strong project management and organizational capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Sound legal judgment and strategic thinking. Strong research and writing abilities. Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving. Eagerness to contribute within a dynamic, fast-paced corporate environment. Proficiency with legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis) and Microsoft Office Suite
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Skills
Collaboration, Insurance Defense, Legal Analysis, Legal Research, Property & Casualty Insurance, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communications, Written Communication
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $90,700.00 - $153,925.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.
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Who We Are
The Allstate Corporation is the nation's largest publicly held personal lines insurer. A Fortune 100 company, with $131 billion in total assets, Allstate sells 13 major lines of insurance, including auto, property, life and commercial. Allstate also offers retirement and investment products and banking services. Allstate is widely known through the ";You're In Good Hands With Allstate®"; slogan. Allstate was founded in 1931 and became a publicly traded company in 1993.
Our People
The Allstate Corporation encompasses more than 70,000 professionals. Of our employees, 33 percent are minorities; 58 percent are women.
Our Customers
Allstate helps individuals in approximately 16 million households protect what they have today and better prepare for tomorrow, and is committed to serving customers how, when and where they choose to be served.
Corporate Governance
Allstate has always had an exemplary governance program. Our commitment to strong principles and the highest ethical standards is critical to our goal of driving sustained shareholder value.
Diversity
As a company with a diverse population of employees, agents and customers, Allstate embraces diversity in everything we do - not only the customers we serve and the communities in which we invest, but also the people we hire and the businesses we use as suppliers. It's a testament to the company's corporate citizenship and a sound business strategy.
Culture
Our high performance work environment encourages individual accountability, innovative thinking and continuous learning and improvement. Our work environment is fast-paced, challenging, and collaborative. It's our goal to provide challenging work that is interesting and meaningful and to reward employees' efforts based on a pay for performance approach. Allstate offers a comprehensive total compensation package.
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Allstate has more than 12,500 local agency owners in the United States. Customers can access Allstate products and services such as auto insurance and homeowners insurance through Allstate agencies, or in select states at allstate.com and 1-800 Allstate®. Encompass® Insurance brand property and casualty products are sold exclusively through independent agents. The Allstate Financial Group provides life insurance, supplemental accident and health insurance, annuity, banking and retirement products designed for individual, institutional and worksite customers that are distributed through Allstate agencies, independent agencies, financial institutions and broker-dealers.
Our Economic Impact
In 2010, Allstate reported $19 billion in total property-liability insurance claims and claims expense. The Allstate Foundation donated $17.8 million to support social impact programming, with emphasis on teen safe driving and economic empowerment of domestic violence survivors. Allstate currently holds $16 billion in municipal bonds.
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