Initiates or approves salary adjustments, performance ratings, and other personnel changes
Counsels associates and takes disciplinary action or terminates the employment of associates as appropriate
May represent GEICO insureds in liability cases, UM/UIM, subrogation, and PD suits filed in courts
Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
Renders opinions on liability, damage, and value as requested by the Claims Department
May prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery
Trains and supervises less experienced attorneys and monitors all applicable bar requirements including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (“CLE”) requirements
Requirements
Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED
Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in applicable jurisdictions
Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, including insurance defense or personal injury
Management experience required, specifically managing a team of attorneys and support staff.
Must be able to travel as required to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences
Strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
Must demonstrate successful performance in handling primary trial responsibility for cases of significant severity and complexity
Benefits
401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match
Performance and recognition-based incentives
Tuition assistance
Mental healthcare benefits
Fertility and adoption assistance
Workplace flexibility
GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year