Associate Counsel - Brooklyn, NY (Remote)

GEICO; Melville (NY); Remote; USD 150,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance defense sector is seeking a lawyer with 2 to 6+ years of litigation experience. This role involves preparing legal documents, rendering opinions, and defending cases in court. With a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits, this position promotes professional development and offers competitive salary opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

401(k) plan and tuition assistance available

Opportunity for remote work

Qualifications

• 2 to 6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury.
• Admission to the New York Bar REQUIRED.
• Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in New York.

Responsibilities

• Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
• Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions.
• Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing as applicable.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Employer Industry: Insurance Defense

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $186,550
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan and tuition assistance available
- Opportunity for remote work
- Supportive work environment with a focus on professional development

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- 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, including depositions and examinations under oath
- Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing as applicable
- Document files clearly and concisely for understanding by clients and colleagues

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 2 to 6+ years of 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
- Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, and conferences

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in civil litigation and insurance defense-related litigation
- Strong professional communication skills in person, via telephone, and in writing

#InsuranceDefense #LegalJobs #RemoteWork #CareerGrowth #CompetitiveBenefits

"We prioritize candidate privacy and champion equal-opportunity employment. Central to our mission is our partnership with companies that share this commitment. We aim to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. If you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately. We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer."