GEICO
Associate Counsel - Chicago, IL (REMOTE)
Pay$112750.00 - $175275.00 / year
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: R0056711
**Employer Industry:** Insurance Defense
**Why consider this job opportunity:**
- Salary up to $175,275.00
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Tuition assistance and paid training for professional development
- Flexible remote work arrangement
**What to Expect (Job 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 and examinations under oath
- Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing as required
- Document files clearly and concisely for understanding by clients and colleagues
**What is Required (Qualifications):**
- 2-6+ years of litigation experience in insurance, defense, 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 complete mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements
- Must be able to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, and meetings
**How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):**
- Civil litigation experience
- Insurance defense-related litigation experience
- Strong professional communication skills in person, via telephone, and in written correspondence
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The Government Employees Insurance Company is an American auto insurance company with headquarters in Maryland.