Experienced Attorney I - California (Remote) - Insurance Defense and Personal Injury Litigation Specialist

About GEICO and the Role

At GEICO, we're committed to providing our customers with exceptional service and support. As a leading insurance company, we're constantly looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our goals. As an Experienced Attorney I - California (Remote) - Insurance Defense and Personal Injury Litigation Specialist, you'll play a critical role in defending lawsuits against GEICO insureds and representing the company in subrogation, Uninsured Motorist (UM), and Underinsured Motorist (UIM) lawsuits. If you're a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Primary Position Objectives

As an Experienced Attorney I - California (Remote) - Insurance Defense and Personal Injury Litigation Specialist, your primary objectives will be to: * Defend lawsuits against GEICO insureds and represent the company in subrogation, UM, and UIM lawsuits filed in courts of limited jurisdiction and unlimited jurisdiction. * Conduct thorough research and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda to support your cases. * Render legal opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by your manager or the claims department. * Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions, examinations before trial, and examinations under oath. * Defend cases by trial, arbitration, or mediation, as applicable. * Meet deadlines to respond to pleadings and correspondence. * Review files and make recommendations regarding motions for summary judgment. * Meet deadlines for the filing of motions, opposition, and reply papers. * Act as the primary contact for motion-related issues and maintain all statistics related to summary judgment motion filings, wins, and losses. * Conduct motion training classes for the benefit of attorneys, legal interns, and claims staff.

Essential Functions

To be successful in this role, you'll need to be able to perform the following essential functions: * Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda. * Render legal opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by your manager or the claims department. * Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions, examinations before trial, and examinations under oath. * Defend cases by trial, arbitration, or mediation, as applicable. * Meet deadlines to respond to pleadings and correspondence. * Review files and make recommendations regarding motions for summary judgment. * Meet deadlines for the filing of motions, opposition, and reply papers. * Act as the primary contact for motion-related issues and maintain all statistics related to summary judgment motion filings, wins, and losses. * Conduct motion training classes for the benefit of attorneys, legal interns, and claims staff.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you'll need to meet the following requirements and qualifications: * 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. * Minimum of one year of insurance defense or personal injury litigation experience or two years of litigation experience. * Ability to think critically and make sound judgments. * Strong research and analytical skills. * Excellent communication and writing skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information.

Skills and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you'll need to possess the following skills and competencies: * Strong research and analytical skills. * Excellent communication and writing skills. * Ability to think critically and make sound judgments. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. * Ability to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing situations.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As an Experienced Attorney I - California (Remote) - Insurance Defense and Personal Injury Litigation Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to: * Develop your skills and expertise in insurance defense and personal injury litigation. * Work with a talented team of attorneys and staff to achieve our goals. * Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and best practices. * Take on new challenges and responsibilities as you grow and develop in your career. * Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including a comprehensive health insurance plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from home and enjoy a better work-life balance. Our company culture is built on the principles of respect, integrity, and teamwork, and we're committed to providing a positive and inclusive work environment for all employees.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

As an Experienced Attorney I - California (Remote) - Insurance Defense and Personal Injury Litigation Specialist, you'll enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including: * A comprehensive health insurance plan. * Paid vacation and sick leave. * A 401(k) plan. * Tuition reimbursement. * Paid training and licensures. * A competitive salary range of $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GEICO is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We're committed to providing 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.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We can't wait to hear from you!

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