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Associate Counsel

$119k-187k/hr•Full-timeRemote

location_onBroadhollow Road, Melville, Town of Huntington, Suffolk County, New York, 11747, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

GEICO is seeking an Associate Counsel to join our legal team in New York. In this role, you will defend lawsuits filed in New York courts and handle other first-party insurance defense matters. You will play a critical part in protecting the company's interests by managing litigation from inception through resolution.

Location and Work Style

This position is based in New York with a remote work model. While you will work remotely, you must be able to travel to New York City venues, including Manhattan, Staten Island, and the Bronx, as well as other locations as required for trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GEICO is committed to providing a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information. familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates.

We also provide a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

Work location

Work model: Remote

Broadhollow Road, Melville, Town of Huntington, Suffolk County, New York, 11747, United States

New York

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleResearch applicable laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
  • check_circleRender opinions on liability, damages, and value for damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
  • check_circlePrepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery
  • check_circleConduct depositions and examinations before trial
  • check_circleDefend cases by trial or dispositive hearing
  • check_circleHandle motions and discovery processes

Requirements

  • verifiedJuris Doctor degree
  • verified2 to 6 years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
  • verifiedAdmission to the NewYork Bar and license to practice law in good standing
  • verifiedStrong written documentation skills
  • verifiedAbility to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts, and manage multiple priorities
  • verifiedAbility to resolve conflicts
  • verifiedAbility to manage multiple priorities
  • verifiedTravel as required for trials
  • verifiedGEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: juris doctor, new york bar.

Education: Juris Doctor degree required.

Frequently asked questions about Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company

What does a Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company do?expand_more
In this Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company role, you will research applicable laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda; render opinions on liability, damages, and value for damages, and value as requested by the claims department; prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery; and conduct depositions and examinations before trial.
What are the requirements for this Associate Counsel role?expand_more
To qualify for the Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company position, applicants should have: Juris Doctor degree; 2 to 6 years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury; Admission to the NewYork Bar and license to practice law in good standing; Strong written documentation skills; Ability to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts, and manage multiple priorities; and Ability to resolve conflicts.
What is the salary range for Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company is $119k-187k/hr.
Where is the Associate Counsel role at Government Employees Insurance Company located?expand_more
Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company is based in Broadhollow Road, Melville, Town of Huntington, Suffolk County, New York, 11747, United States. This is a remote role.
Is this Associate Counsel job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Government Employees Insurance Company has listed this Associate Counsel role as remote.
How much experience is required for this Associate Counsel role?expand_more
Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company typically requires 2–6 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Associate Counsel role at Government Employees Insurance Company?expand_more
Key skills for Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company include juris doctor; and new york bar.
What education is required for Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Juris Doctor degree required.
What category does the Associate Counsel role belong to?expand_more
Associate Counsel at Government Employees Insurance Company is part of the Legal job category on Recrutus.