Associate Counsel

GEICO

. Defend lawsuits filed in New York courts and handle other first-party insurance defense matters .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $118,900 - $186,550 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation, particularly in insurance defense and personal injury cases, with a strong ability to prepare legal documents and communicate effectively. Holds a Juris Doctor degree and is admitted to the New York Bar, ensuring compliance with legal standards and practices.

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Litigation ExperienceInsurance DefenseJuris Doctor DegreeNew York Bar AdmissionCivil Litigation Experience

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLegal Brief PreparationPleadings PreparationMotions HandlingDiscovery ManagementDeposition HandlingTrial DefenseLiability OpinionsDamages AssessmentValue Opinions

Soft Skills

Strong OrganizationPriority SettingMultitaskingConflict ResolutionProfessional Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law in New YorkContinuing Legal Education (CLE)

Industry Keywords

First-Party Insurance DefenseQueens NY CourtsExaminations Under OathClaims DepartmentCivil Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Defend lawsuits filed in New York courts and handle other first-party insurance defense matters
Cover venues within Queens, NY as part of GEICO Staff Counsel
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
Handle depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath
Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing, as applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 to 6+ years of experience in a related field, including litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED
Admission to the New York Bar REQUIRED
Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in New York and meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable
Must be able to travel as required, including to trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences
Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner
Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and demonstrate strong organization, priority-setting, and multitasking skills
Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
Civil litigation experience preferred
Insurance defense-related litigation experience preferred
Must be able to communicate professionally in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence/email
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personalized development programs
Mentorship
Certification assistance
Inclusive and collaborative culture
Competitive pay
Benefits
Flexibility to support well-being and future
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities