Attorney
State Farm · Montgomery, AL · 1 mo ago
Legal$135k–$163k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: Overview (maybe not a heading? The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). The posting includes Overview, Responsibilities, Qualifications, Benefits. Also maybe "Additional Details" but that's not a heading we need unless content. We should not repeat job title. We need to preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions). The posting includes some boilerplate like "Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunitiesOther 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 FarmTravel via personal or commercial transportation to job related activities is an essential functionIrregular hours may be required". That's not boilerplate? It's part of Additional Details. Should we keep? It's substantive info about eligibility, travel, irregular hours. We can keep as a paragraph under maybe "Additional Details" but we only output headings for sections that have real specific content. We could include a section "Additional Details" as
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies those are examples, but we can use other headings if needed. However they also say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine Additional Details into Qualifications or Responsibilities? But it's distinct: eligibility, travel, irregular hours. Could be part of Qualifications? Not exactly. Could be a separate section "Additional Details". We'll include.
We need to remove duplicated lines. The posting has repeated "Responsibilities" heading and then later "Responsibilities include, but are not limited to". We'll combine.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
Let's extract content:
Overview paragraph: "Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most."
Then maybe a paragraph about Fortune 50 etc: "Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2024, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity named State Farm a Top Performer and Compass Award Winner. Additionally, Fortune named State Farm one of the World’s Most Admired Companies. Our mission is to provide high-quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our client and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative. Amanda R. Cobb & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking an Attorney to join the expanding Alabama Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, the role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. 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. Qualified candidates will have modified work arrangements, with designated time working in the office. Work arrangements and/or location, including the number of days you report to the office, could change over time based on business needs. As we continue to expand, competitive candidates should have litigation experience in Montgomery, Alabama. LOCATION: 2311 Highland Ave., Birmingham AL, 35205"
That's a lot; we can keep as prose under Overview? Might be better to split: Overview (first paragraph) and then maybe "About the role" heading for the rest? But instruction says use h3 for section headings e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we could have
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). The posting includes Overview, Responsibilities, Qualifications, Benefits. Also maybe "Additional Details" but that's not a heading we need unless content. We should not repeat job title. We need to preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions). The posting includes some boilerplate like "Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunitiesOther 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 FarmTravel via personal or commercial transportation to job related activities is an essential functionIrregular hours may be required". That's not boilerplate? It's part of Additional Details. Should we keep? It's substantive info about eligibility, travel, irregular hours. We can keep as a paragraph under maybe "Additional Details" but we only output headings for sections that have real specific content. We could include a section "Additional Details" as Additional Details
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for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies those are examples, but we can use other headings if needed. However they also say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine Additional Details into Qualifications or Responsibilities? But it's distinct: eligibility, travel, irregular hours. Could be part of Qualifications? Not exactly. Could be a separate section "Additional Details". We'll include.
We need to remove duplicated lines. The posting has repeated "Responsibilities" heading and then later "Responsibilities include, but are not limited to". We'll combine.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
Let's extract content:
Overview paragraph: "Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most."
Then maybe a paragraph about Fortune 50 etc: "Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. In 2024, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity named State Farm a Top Performer and Compass Award Winner. Additionally, Fortune named State Farm one of the World’s Most Admired Companies. Our mission is to provide high-quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our client and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative. Amanda R. Cobb & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking an Attorney to join the expanding Alabama Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, the role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. 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. Qualified candidates will have modified work arrangements, with designated time working in the office. Work arrangements and/or location, including the number of days you report to the office, could change over time based on business needs. As we continue to expand, competitive candidates should have litigation experience in Montgomery, Alabama. LOCATION: 2311 Highland Ave., Birmingham AL, 35205"
That's a lot; we can keep as prose under Overview? Might be better to split: Overview (first paragraph) and then maybe "About the role" heading for the rest? But instruction says use h3 for section headings e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we could have About the role
containing that paragraph.
Then Responsibilities: list items: "Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established by the Law Department", "Prepare and summarize reports for proceedings", "Trial strategy and case development", "Attend litigation events including trials, mediations, depositions, and hearings". Also earlier responsibilities: "case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients." But that's covered. We'll combine.
Qualifications: "Previous experience required 5+ years of experience", "Litigation experience, preferably in the practice areas of insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, or workers compensation". Also "Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience", "Trial, mediation, and deposition experience", "File ownership", "Effective written and oral communication skills". Also "Ability to work efficiently with cases in electronic form", "Working knowledge of a Case Management system", "Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system". Also "J.D. from an A.B.A. Accredited Law School with excellent academic credentials", "Must have an active law license to practice in the state of Alabama and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Alabama." Also eligibility to work in US, no sponsorship, cease outside practice, travel, irregular hours. Those could be under Additional Details or Qualifications. We'll maybe put them under Qualifications as they are requirements.
Benefits: detailed description: "Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week! Potential starting salary range: $135,000 - $163,000Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experienceHigh end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experiencePotential yearly incentive pay up to 24% 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."
Also Pay: we have salary range and incentive pay. Could make a Pay section. But we already have Benefits includes pay description. However instruction: only create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections if posting actually states them. It does state salary range and incentive pay, so we could make a Pay section with that info, and Benefits section for other benefits. But we risk duplication. Better to have Pay section for salary and incentive, Benefits for other benefits. Let's do that.
Schedule: not mentioned besides hybrid role and standard 38:45-hour work week. That's schedule info. Could create Schedule section with hybrid role and standard work week. But we already have overview about hybrid. Might be okay to have Schedule section.
We need to avoid filler like "commensurate with experience" - that's actually in qualifications: "Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience". That's a phrase but it's not filler; it's part of requirement. It's okay.
We must not create sections with filler/placeholder text. We'll ensure each heading has substantive content.
Let's structure:
About the role
Overview paragraph + description of role, hybrid, location etc.
Responsibilities
- ...
Qualifications
- ...
Pay
Potential starting salary range: $135,000 - $163,000. Starting salary based on skills, background, experience; high end limited to applicants with significant relevant experience. Potential yearly incentive pay up to 24% of base salary.
Benefits
... (all benefits description)
Schedule
Hybrid role requiring time in the office and virtually; standard work week is 38:45 hours.
We might also include location as part of About the role. Now we need to ensure we didn't miss any substantive info: The mission statement, Fortune 50, awards, etc. That's in About the role. Also mention "Amanda R. Cobb & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking an Attorney to join the expanding Alabama Claim Litigation office." That's part of About the role. Also mention "While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, the role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients." Already in responsibilities. Also mention "We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files." Could be responsibilities or about role. Also mention "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." Could be responsibilities. Also mention "State Farm creates an environment inclusive of career development opportunities." Could be benefits? but it's about role. We'll incorporate into About the role paragraph. Now ensure we removed boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. The posting didn't have explicit EEO but had "Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunitiesOther than