GEICO is seeking an experienced Claims Counsel to join its in-house Enterprise Litigation and Investigations Division. The Claims Counsel will identify, develop, and maintain the Company's position on claims related litigation, bad faith claims, and extra-contractual matters.
The Claims Counsel will be expected to provide legal services and advice regarding insurance claims of heightened complexity, complex extracontractual matters, bad faith, and other major litigation and manage large-scale projects. The position may involve other duties, as assigned.
This role will partner closely with other business teams, while forming part of a collaborative legal department that is valued for its practical advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of relevant substantive experience in a law firm or in-house legal department and some experience managing or litigating bad faith or extra-contractual allegations. In addition, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, strong research and writing skills, and an eagerness to be involved in a dynamic company.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage claims of heightened complexity, bad faith, coverage, and extra-contractual allegations against the Companies.
- Perform factual and legal research and analysis.
- Review documents at the request of Legal Department management.
- Develop and conduct in-house presentations on research projects.
Basic Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5-7 years of litigation management experience at a law firm, government, and/or in-house role.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Up-to-date understanding of the key legal issues germane to an organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- Proficiency in managing multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders.
- Experience managing outside counsel.
- Trial and/or appellate experience.
- Experience handling bad faith or extra-contractual litigation against an insurance company.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working as a Claims Counsel or Claims Attorney at an insurance company.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, both legal and non-legal.
- Federal or State court Clerkship.
- A background in insurance coverage and litigation.
In office three days a week.
Annual Salary
$132,000.00 - $230,000.00
The 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 period
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Training and Licensures
Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
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