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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

The Paralegal Specialist provides substantive litigation and paralegal support to Client Legal Services attorneys in insurance defense matters. Under general attorney supervision, this individual assists with the preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, trial materials, and other litigation-related documents.
The Paralegal Specialist facilitates all phases of the litigation process, including drafting discovery, coordinating experts, reviewing documents, obtaining information from clients, maintaining litigation files, and supporting trial preparation.
This position is ideal for a highly organized, adaptable paralegal who excels in a defense-focused environment, supports multiple attorneys, and thrives under evolving priorities while managing competing deadlines in a high-volume litigation practice. Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial preparation.
• Support multiple Client Legal Services attorneys.
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery, motions, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate expert evaluations and disclosure preparation.
• Prepare arbitration and trial materials, including jury instructions when applicable.
• Handle e-filing within applicable courts and jurisdictions as needed.
• Maintain court calendars and docket litigation deadlines, including discovery deadlines, pleadings, motions, filings, and hearings.
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely service and compliance with court requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys, claims adjusters, and legal support staff to maintain organized, high-quality case files.

Education

• Applicants must meet the regulatory and qualification standards applicable to the paralegal profession in the state where work is performed; OR an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant paralegal experience.

Minimum Requirements & Experience

• 5+ years of paralegal experience with a focus on insurance defense, civil litigation, or related litigation practice areas.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys and managing a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of litigation procedures, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and court filings.
• Experience with court calendaring, litigation docket management, and tracking critical case deadlines.
• Strong intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience utilizing legal case management, document management, and e-filing systems preferred.

Professional Competencies

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, court personnel, clients, and business partners.
• Highly self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of assignments.
• Proven collaboration and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across legal teams and business partners

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

• This position is primarily remote.
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs, including attendance at meetings, training sessions, trials, or team events in either Fairfax, Virginia; Chesapeake, Virginia; and/or Richmond, Virginia.
• Travel requirements are expected to be minimal and will vary based on business needs.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

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Skills

Attorney Support, Claims Litigation, Insurance Defense, Legal Analysis, Legal Discovery, Legal Software, Legal Strategies, Legal Writing, Litigation, Litigation Support, Paralegal Duties, Pre Litigation, Prioritization, Scheduling, Time Management

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 28.03 - 42.99 per hour 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.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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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.