Job DescriptionJoin our legal team and play a key role in defending both the insured and the Company. As a Personal Injury Protection (PIP)/No-Fault Attorney, you'll manage a diverse caseload involving no-fault claims, arbitrations, and mediations. You'll stay current on evolving laws and regulations to ensure our defense strategies remain effective and compliant. This is a dynamic opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
This remote-based position requires occasional in-person attendance for court appearances throughout New Jersey, as needed, and participation in monthly or quarterly team events at our Clark, NJ office.Key Responsibilities- Independently manage all aspects of PIP/No-Fault litigation from inception through resolution, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
- Handle more complex, high-exposure, or contested PIP matters, applying advanced litigation strategy and risk analysis.
- Conduct SIU Examinations Under Oath (EUOs) and prepare detailed reports with a strong focus on fraud indicators, compliance, and litigation risk.
- Review and analyze new file assignments, assess liability and damages, develop defense strategies, and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with minimal supervision.
- Conduct Forthright arbitrations and try cases as needed, including preparing witnesses, experts, and clients for testimony.
- Serve as a key legal advisor to claims professionals by providing strategic guidance, case assessments, and recommendations throughout the life of a claim.
- Proactively monitor changes in PIP / No-Fault laws, regulations, and case law, and apply those developments to litigation strategy and business practices.
- Support team development by mentoring junior attorneys, sharing subject-matter expertise, and contributing to process improvements and best practices.
Education- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
- Active membership in good standing with the New Jersey Bar required.
Minimum Requirements- 4+ years of PIP / No-Fault litigation experience or equivalent transferable litigation experience (e.g., insurance defense, personal injury, civil litigation).
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage a full litigation caseload with minimal oversight.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with experience drafting dispositive motions and arbitration submissions.
- Advanced time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
- Experience conducting arbitrations, EUOs, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with claims professionals and internal stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of legal ethics, professional responsibility, and in-house practice standards.
- Must be within commutable distance to courthouses throughout New Jersey.
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SkillsArbitration, Case Management, Documentation Review, Evidence Gathering, Examinations Under Oath, Insurance Defense, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Stakeholder Management
CompensationCompensation offered for this role is 90,700.00 - 153,925.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.
When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.
To help create a more personal and engaging experience, we ask that you join with your camera on if your interview is virtual. Please also have a Valid Photo Identification available at the start of your interview. If you require any accommodations or have questions ahead of your interview please reach out to your recruiter.
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