Associate Counsel, PIP - Hudson/Essex/Passaic, NJ

GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel, Staff Counsel PIP to defend lawsuits filed in New Jersey courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel covering the Greater New Jersey region.

Primary Position Objective:

Under general supervision, DEFENDS PIP lawsuits and arbitrations commenced against GEICO.  

Essential Functions:

CONDUCTS depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath based on jurisdiction.

DEFENDS by trial, arbitration, or mediation all matters assigned, as applicable.

RESEARCHES laws and PREPARES legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.

RENDERS opinions on defenses, likelihood of success, fee schedule issues, etc.

MEETS deadlines, statutory or otherwise.  

ADHERES to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles.

MEETS attendance standard of the business location, to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with management and co-workers.

MEETS the requirements specified below.

• Must be able, with or without accommodation, to perform the essential functions which include, but are not limited to, thinking (concentrating, focusing, assimilating information), reading, writing, listening, typing, speaking, bending, reaching, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be able to travel as required, including but not limited, to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences.
• Must be able to use a keyboard and a mouse.
• Must be able to access and utilize multiple pieces of office equipment that may require simultaneous use.
• Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and written correspondence/email.
• 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.
• Must demonstrate successful performance in handling primary responsibility for PIP cases of moderate severity and complexity.
• Must have the following education and experience:
  • Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in applicable jurisdictions, and meet and maintain licensing requirements including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable.
  • Must have a minimum of two years of litigation experience, including insurance defense or personal injury.

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Annual Salary

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.

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 Reimbursement
• 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.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.