Job Description
GEICO also offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans, as well as paid vacation, sick and parental leave, tuition assistance, and paid training and licensures. We value diversity and equal opportunity at our company, and strive to create a positive and inclusive work environment for all associates.
Associate Counsel - Subrogation - Dallas, TX:
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience - Job title: Associate Counsel - Subrogation - Experience: 2-6 years of related field litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury - Location: Dallas, TX (DFW area) - Type: Full-time, hybrid (remote/onsite) - Department: GEICO Staff Counsel - Job requisition ID: R0056923
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
Qualifications:
- Must have a Juris Doctor degree and be admitted to the Texas Bar - Must have 2-6 years of experience in related field litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury - Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in Texas and meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements - Must be able to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences - Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to follow complex instructions and resolve conflicts - Must be able to learn and apply technical and procedural information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Civil litigation experience - Insurance defense-related litigation experience - Professional communication skills in person, via telephone, and written correspondence/email
Benefits:
- Total Rewards Program* to help secure financial future and preserve health and well-being - 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 vary by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service. **Coverage begins on date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days for coverage to take effect.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
The GEICO Companies provide fair and equal employment opportunities to all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information. This policy is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.
Reasonable Accommodations:
GEICO accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunities and perform essential job functions, unless it would impose undue hardship on the company. This applies to all applicants and associates.
Positive and Inclusive Work Environment:
GEICO values diversity and equal opportunity and strives to create a positive and inclusive work environment for all associates. Discrimination and harassment are not tolerated, and all associates are expected to maintain mutual respect for one another.
