Associate Counsel - New Jersey (Remote)

GEICO
United States
Workplace: RemoteFull timeUSD 118,900 - 186,550 annuallyFunction: Legal, Risk & ComplianceExperience: 2-6 yearsEducation: professionalSkills: ["Legal research","Legal writing","Conflict resolution","Organization","Multi-tasking"]

Defend GEICO in New Jersey courts and provide first-party insurance defense support as part of Staff Counsel. You will research law, draft briefs, opinions, and memoranda, and render liability/damages/value opinions for the Claims Department. Handle pleadings, motions, and discovery including depositions and sworn examinations, and defend matters through trial or dispositive hearings as assigned. Must maintain NJ Bar eligibility and be able to travel for proceedings.

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GEICO
GEICO
1 month ago

Associate Counsel - New Jersey (Remote)

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Job Summary

Defend GEICO in New Jersey courts and provide first-party insurance defense support as part of Staff Counsel. You will research law, draft briefs, opinions, and memoranda, and render liability/damages/value opinions for the Claims Department. Handle pleadings, motions, and discovery including depositions and sworn examinations, and defend matters through trial or dispositive hearings as assigned. Must maintain NJ Bar eligibility and be able to travel for proceedings.
Location: United States
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Legal, Risk & Compliance
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
  • •Render opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.
  • •Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations and sworn examinations.
  • •Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing, as applicable.
  • •Document files clearly and professionally for customers, clients, coworkers, and other employees.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 118,900 - 186,550 annually

Key Requirements

  • •2 to 6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury (required).
  • •Juris Doctor (JD) degree (required).
  • •Admission to the New Jersey Bar (required).
  • •Maintain good standing and meet licensing requirements, including mandatory CLE where applicable.
  • •Be able to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, meetings, and conferences.
Experience:2-6 yearsInsurance defensePersonal injury litigation
Education:Professional (JD, MD, etc.)
Skills:Legal researchLegal writingConflict resolutionOrganizationMulti-tasking
Licenses:New Jersey Bar

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

GEICO
GEICO is a major US auto insurer offering personal auto policies, roadside assistance, and insurance products through direct-to-consumer channels and agents. Known for competitive rates and national advertising, it operates as a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway.
Industry: Insurance
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Chevy Chase, United States
Founded: 1936
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