GEICO
Associate Counsel - Chicago, IL (Remote)
GEICO, Riverside, Illinois, United States, 60546
GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Illinois courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Chicago.Job duties and 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, to include depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, and defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable
Qualifications:2-6+ years of experience in related field litigation experience on insurance/defense and/or personal injury
Juris Doctor degree
REQUIRED
Admission to the Illinois Bar
REQUIRED
Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in Illinois 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 attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences
Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization
Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
Preferred Qualifications:Civil litigation experience
Insurance defense-related litigation experience
Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and written correspondence/email
Location – REMOTE (In Illinois, Commutable distance to office)Annual Salary:
$110,000.00 - $194,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our
Total Rewards Program
to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting periodPaid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
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Rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, to include depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, and defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable
Qualifications:2-6+ years of experience in related field litigation experience on insurance/defense and/or personal injury
Juris Doctor degree
REQUIRED
Admission to the Illinois Bar
REQUIRED
Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in Illinois 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 attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences
Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization
Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
Preferred Qualifications:Civil litigation experience
Insurance defense-related litigation experience
Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and written correspondence/email
Location – REMOTE (In Illinois, Commutable distance to office)Annual Salary:
$110,000.00 - $194,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our
Total Rewards Program
to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting periodPaid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
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