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Attorney Senior Consultant I (3L Law Clerk)

Allstate Insurance
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 11, 2024
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 Allstate Insurance Company is looking for a current 3L Law student to join the Client Litigation Services (CLS) Department as a Senior Consultant I (3L Law Clerk). CLS represent policyholders in claims-related litigation/disputes across the country. It also represents the Company in the defense of low and moderate exposure bodily injury and property damage lawsuits. While awaiting the results of the bar examination and subsequent admission to the bar, under the direction and supervision of an admitted attorney, the Senior Consultant I prepares pleadings and motions, conducts discovery, including reviewing documents, interviewing clients, preparing trial materials, and summarize and analyze research. Key Responsibilities Review new file assignments and draft initial pleadings (e.g., answer, motion, etc.) and draft discovery Prepare briefs to assist client in presenting cases in small claims court (CA) Draft responses to discovery demands Assist clients in answering questions regarding discovery Review and serve responses to discovery demands Assist attorney in preparing materials for trial, arbitration, or mediation Attend arbitrations, depositions, mediations, and trials with admitted attorney The position begins in early to mid-August while waiting for results of bar exam. Education Juris Doctor (Required) 2024-2025 3L Law student; awaiting bar results Functional Skills Foundational skills/abilities/experiences in the following areas: legal knowledge, business knowledge, issue management, analytical skills, influencing others (inside and outside the company), coaching and development, self-development, and productivity Technical skills including MS Office suite Project management skills and law firm/vendor management Foundational legal and business knowledge Foundational analytical skills #LI-AT2 Skills Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Evidence Gathering, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Research, Litigation, Mediation, Results-Oriented Compensation Compensation offered for this role is $62,800.00 - 114,175.00 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. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good. You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Good Hands. Greater Together. Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. 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