Description:

Job Description:
Overview:
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. Come join a #1 team and do some good!

Responsibilities:
Join State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company—a proud Fortune 50 leader with a legacy of excellence since 1922—as we seek a dynamic and motivated attorney to lead the company's government relations across multiple states. This State Counsel position is part of Corporate Law's Legislative/Regulatory Section within State Farm's Law Department, located in Bloomington, IL.

At State Farm, we don't just offer jobs; we provide opportunities to grow, challenge yourself, and make a real impact. Our Law Department team members are empowered to collaborate, innovate, and thrive professionally and personally in a supportive environment that values development and teamwork.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that balances in-office collaboration with remote productivity. While this role requires the majority of time in office to support close teamwork, we value work-life balance and adaptability as business needs evolve.
Impactful Work: You will lead the charge in monitoring and influencing legislative and regulatory activities across multiple states, shaping policies that directly affect our business and customers.
Strategic Partnerships: Build relationships with and utilize lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners to proactively shape the external environment and advance State Farm's interests.
Public Policy Engagement: Collaborate closely with our Public Policy team and grassroots functions to craft innovative policy solutions and engage employees and agents on critical business issues.
Leadership in Action: Represent State Farm before regulators, guide responses to examinations, and support business units with rate filings and complaints — your legal expertise will be central to our success.

Qualifications:
What We're Looking For:

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with outstanding academic credentials.
Active law license in at least one state and in good standing with the bar.
Ability to obtain a limited license to practice in Illinois if not already licensed there
Preferred candidate would have a minimum 5 years' experience in one or more of the following:

government relations
legislative drafting/advocacy
regulatory law

A proactive, preventative approach to lawyering, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice.
Demonstrated agility in learning new areas and a passion for continuous professional growth.
Proven team player who excels in collaborating with diverse stakeholders in complex, fast-paced environments.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. immediately; sponsorship is not available.

Additional Details:

This Bloomington, IL-based role requires periodic travel to assigned states.
Outside legal practice is not permitted, except authorized pro bono work. New hires must cease all outside legal work prior to joining.
Flexibility to work irregular hours as needed given workload and nature of the responsibilities.

If you're ready to take your legal career to the next level in a company that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation, we want to hear from you. Join State Farm and help shape the future of insurance law and policy for the benefit of State Farm's policyholders!