Experienced Associate Counsel, PIP - South Florida (Remote) - Insurance Defense Litigation Expert

About GEICO and the Role

At GEICO, we're committed to providing exceptional service to our customers while maintaining a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth. As a leading insurance company, we're constantly seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to our success. As an Associate Counsel, PIP - South Florida (Remote), you'll play a vital role in defending lawsuits filed in Florida courts and other first-party insurance defense. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team, develop your skills, and advance your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Associate Counsel, PIP - South Florida (Remote) to join our team. As a key member of our collaborative team, you'll be responsible for researching laws, preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda, and rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department. You'll also prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, and defend by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
• Rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
• Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath
• Defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable
• Documenting files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers, and other employees of the organization
• FOLLOWING complex instructions, resolving conflicts or facilitating conflict resolution, and having strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
• Learning and applying large amounts of technical and procedural information

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll need to possess the following qualifications:

Essential Qualifications

• 2 to 6+ years of experience in related field litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury REQUIRED
• Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED
• Admission to the Florida Bar REQUIRED
• Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in Florida and meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable
• Must be able to travel as required, including but not limited to, attending trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil litigation experience
• Insurance defense-related litigation experience
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone, and written correspondence/email

Skills and Competencies

To excel in this role, you'll need to possess the following skills and competencies:

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At GEICO, we're committed to helping our associates grow and develop their careers. As an Associate Counsel, PIP - South Florida (Remote), you'll have access to:

• Training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Access to industry-leading technology and resources

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote associate, you'll have the flexibility to work from home and enjoy a better work-life balance. Our company culture is built on the principles of teamwork, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We're committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $102,000.00 - $159,000.00 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications. In addition to your salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

Equal Employment Opportunity

GEICO is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We're committed to creating a workplace that's free from discrimination and harassment and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and experienced Associate Counsel, PIP - South Florida (Remote), we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application through our website, and we'll review your qualifications and experience. We look forward to hearing from you!