Trial Attorney - Insurance Defense

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Location: Concord, CA | Full-Time | Competitive Salary & Benefits

Are you a skilled Trial Attorney with a passion for personal injury and insurance defense? Join State Farm's legal team in Concord, CA, where your expertise will make a real impact protecting the interests of one of the nation's most trusted insurance providers. Jeanette N. Little & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, seeks a trial attorney with 0-10 years of experience to join our Concord, CA office. Fully remote opportunities may be available for candidates residing in Fresco County only. All other candidates would be required to spend some time working in the office.

Why State Farm?
At State Farm, we value work-life balance and offer a flexible 38:45-hour work week to help you thrive both professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you succeed. As a result of not being billed by the hour, our attorneys have the opportunity to strategize on trial and case development as it passes through litigation. State Farm creates an environment inclusive of career development opportunities. The position is classified as a Hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a Hybrid role is required to spend time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.

Office Locations

• 1401 Willow Pass Road, Suite 300, Concord CA, 94520, Hybrid work arrangement
• Experienced attorneys in Glendale/LA area only, have potential to work out of Glendale CLC, 655 North Central Avenue 12th Floor, Glendale, CA 91203, Hybrid work arrangement

Experienced attorneys currently residing in the Fresno metro area have potential for fully remote opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Representing State Farm in litigation from case inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery; negotiate settlements; and advise internal clients.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of legal professionals and claims specialists.
• Manage a diverse caseload with opportunities to develop litigation strategy and courtroom skills.

What We're Looking For:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the California State Bar.
• Significant experience in personal injury and insurance defense litigation preferred.
• Strong trial advocacy skills with a proven track record in the courtroom.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• 2-10 years litigation experience, preferably insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers compensation or experience as an Assistant Public Defender or Assistant State's Attorney

Additional Details

• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
• Other than authorized and pro bono work, State Farm attorneys are not permitted to handle any legal business outside of State Farm and candidates must cease all outside practice and all suit involvement before joining State Farm.
• Traveling via personal or commercial transportation to job related activities is an essential function.
• Irregular hours may be required
• For Los Angeles candidates: Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• For San Francisco candidates: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week. No billable hours!

• Salary Range: $114,400 - $200,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Incentive Pay: Up to 24% of base salary annually.

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family's health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high-deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little "You" Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Why Join Us?

At State Farm, you're more than an employee, you are part of a community dedicated to protecting and supporting our customers. We foster a culture of inclusion, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

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