Associate Counsel – Insurance Defense Litigation

GEICO

. Manage and defend assigned litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial or dispositive hearing, as applicable .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $104,550 - $186,550 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing litigation matters from inception to resolution, with strong capabilities in legal research, writing, and advocacy. Proficient in civil litigation and insurance defense, ensuring compliance with all licensing and continuing education requirements.

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Juris Doctor (JD) DegreeVirginia Bar AdmissionLitigation ExperienceLegal Research and WritingCivil Litigation Experience

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Hard Skills

Litigation ManagementLegal AnalysisDrafting PleadingsConducting DepositionsCase Strategy DevelopmentDiscovery ResponsesTrial RepresentationLegal OpinionsMemoranda DraftingAdvocacy Skills

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProfessional CommunicationAnalytical SkillsTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License in Good StandingContinuing Legal Education (CLE) Requirements

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseCivil LitigationPersonal InjuryLegal ProceedingsCase Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and defend assigned litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial or dispositive hearing, as applicable
Develop case strategy and provide legal analysis regarding liability, damages, and case value
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, briefs, legal opinions, and memoranda
Conduct and defend depositions, examinations under oath, and other pretrial proceedings
Research applicable laws, regulations, and legal issues to support case strategy
Partner with the Claims Department to provide practical legal counsel and recommendations
Represent GEICO in trials, hearings, conferences, and other proceedings as required
Maintain clear, concise, and professional case documentation and communications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree
Admission to the Virginia Bar and active license in good standing
2–6+ years of relevant litigation experience, including experience in insurance defense, civil litigation, and/or personal injury matters
Ability to maintain all applicable licensing and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements
Strong legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and competing priorities
Ability to analyze complex legal and procedural information and apply it effectively
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, meetings, and conferences
Civil litigation experience
Insurance defense litigation experience
Experience independently handling matters through key stages of the litigation lifecycle
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