Legislative Regulatory Counsel — Sacramento, CA at

About the Team

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. As a proud Fortune 50 leader with a legacy of excellence since 1922, our Law Department team members are empowered to collaborate, innovate, and thrive professionally and personally in a supportive environment that values development and teamwork.

About the Role

Join our Corporate Law Division as a State Counsel based in our Sacramento, CA Legislative/Regulatory office. This position is designed for a dynamic and motivated attorney to lead the company’s government relations across multiple states. You will not just offer jobs; you will provide opportunities to grow, challenge yourself, and make a real impact.

In this role, you will lead the charge in monitoring and influencing legislative and regulatory activities, shaping policies that directly affect our business and customers. You will build strategic partnerships with lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners to proactively shape the external environment. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with our Public Policy team and grassroots functions to craft innovative policy solutions and engage employees and agents on critical business issues. Your legal expertise will be central to representing State Farm before regulators, guiding responses to examinations, and supporting business units with rate filings and complaints.

Hiring Process

For more information on the hiring process of joining the State Farm team, please visit our State Farm Careers page.

Equal Opportunity

State Farm is an equal opportunity employer. We value integrity, collaboration, and innovation, and we want to hear from you as you help shape the future of insurance law and policy for the benefit of State Farm’s policyholders.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

Fat Alley, Boulevard Park, Sacramento, Sacramento County, California, 95811, United States

Sacramento, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead government relations activities across multiple states
check_circleBuild relationships with lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners
check_circleRepresent State Farm before regulators and guide responses to examinations
check_circleSupport business units with rate filings and complaints
check_circleCollaborate with Public Policy teams to craft innovative policy solutions
check_circleMonitor and influence legislative and regulatory activities

Requirements

verifiedJuris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
verifiedActive law license in at least one state
verifiedAbility to obtain permission to practice law in California as a Registered In-House Counsel (RIHC)
verifiedMinimum 5 years' experience in relevant legal areas
verifiedMust be legally authorized to work in the U.S. immediately

Nice to Have

Minimum 5 years' experience in one or more of the following areas: proactive and preventative approach to lawyering, agility in learning new areas, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders in complex, fast-paced environments.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHybrid work model with flexibility for in-office collaboration and remote productivitycheck_circleRobust health and wellbeing programs with State Farm paying most healthcare premiumscheck_circleMultiple healthcare plan options including high deductible plans with 100% preventative care coveragecheck_circleVision, dental, telemedicine, and 24/7 mental health professional access included in medical plans

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Juris Doctorate, Law License, Bar, Registered In-House Counsel, Rihc.

Education: Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school required.

Frequently asked questions about Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance

What does a Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance do?expand_more

In this Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance role, you will lead government relations activities across multiple states; build relationships with lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners; represent state farm before regulators and guide responses to examinations; and support business units with rate filings and complaints.

What are the requirements for this Legislative/Regulatory Counsel role?expand_more

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school; Active law license in at least one state; Ability to obtain permission to practice law in California as a Registered In-House Counsel (RIHC); Minimum 5 years' experience in relevant legal areas; and Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. immediately.

Where is the Legislative/Regulatory Counsel role at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance located?expand_more

Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance is based in Fat Alley, Boulevard Park, Sacramento, Sacramento County, California, 95811, United States. This is a hybrid role.

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State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance has listed this Legislative/Regulatory Counsel role as hybrid.

How much experience is required for this Legislative/Regulatory Counsel role?expand_more

Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance include Juris Doctorate; Law License; Bar; Registered In-House Counsel; and Rihc.

What education is required for Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school required.

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Legislative/Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.

Legislative/Regulatory Counsel