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Litigation In-House Counsel

Litigation In-House Counsel

State FarmBloomington, IL, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Location US-IL-Bloomington

Job Category Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management

Position Type Regular Full Time

Req ID 42144

Overview

State Farm is excited to offer a Litigation In-House Counsel opportunity within the Litigation Division of our Corporate Law Department at our corporate headquarters in Bloomington, Illinois. Our Law Department is made up of dedicated and empowered professionals who support each other's growth both personally and professionally-a culture that has defined us since 1922.

The ideal candidate for this role will have at least 12 years of relevant experience. Individuals in this position will take on advanced responsibilities, including supervising litigation and formulating strategies for complex cases, which may include class actions.

The role is classified as hybrid, requiring a balance of in-office and virtual work, with the expectation that the majority of time will be spent in the office in Bloomington, Illinois. Work arrangements may evolve based on business needs.

Responsibilities

The primary focus of this role is to supervise litigation and manage discovery issues in cases involving State Farm entities. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Collaborate with outside counsel to develop litigation strategies for bad faith, class action, and various other litigation types.
  • Assist in trial preparation and prepare company witnesses and corporate representatives for depositions and testimony.
  • Attend trials and provide trial reports to relevant business units, Law Department management, and colleagues.
  • Develop and manage budgets for litigation matters and related projects.
  • Provide legal advice to representatives of the State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and its affiliates.
  • Analyze legal problems and interpret laws and regulations.
  • Approach legal matters and litigation resolution with creative solutions.
  • Serve as a resource for the organization on complex legal issues.
  • Respond to written discovery requests (interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admission) in state and federal court litigation.
  • Prepare and execute discovery strategies and manage discovery processes and procedures.
  • Advise on meet and confer strategies and discovery disputes, driving strategy on related motions.
  • Review dispositive pleadings and other legal briefs prepared by outside counsel.
  • Assist in identifying a bench of outside counsel across jurisdictions in the United States.
  • Collaborate with other areas within the Corporate Law Department to effectively manage legal risk.

At State Farm, our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
  • Active law license to practice law in at least one state and a member in good standing of the bar with an ability to obtain a limited license in IL if not already appropriately licensed in IL
  • Attorney with 12+ years of litigation experience
  • Jury trial and significant deposition experience
  • Advanced knowledge of legal principles and practices related to litigation
  • Leadership, management, and collaboration skills
  • Experience with class actions, MDLs, and / or insurance bad faith strongly preferred
  • Experience with eDiscovery issues
  • Proactive and creative mindset that anticipates and responds effectively to client's needs and actively assists clients by practicing preventative law
  • Commitment to providing quality legal advice, learning agility (including demonstrated willingness to develop expertise in new subject matters), and a history of enthusiastic participation in a team environment
  • Eligibility to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunity
  • Additional Details :

  • Other than as authorized by the General Counsel or her designee, employees are not permitted to handle any legal business outside of State Farm except authorized pro bono work
  • Newly hired employees must cease all outside practice and all suit involvement before joining State Farm
  • Travel may be required to attend trial in person as well as other litigation-related events or activities
  • May work irregular hours due to workload and nature of work
  • Our Benefits

    Salary range for individuals in the role : $166,000 - $243,000.

  • Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
  • High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience and / or individuals with significant years in role
  • Potential yearly incentive pay up to 20% of base salary
  • 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.
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