Counsel - Commercial Claims

GEICO; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO seeks an experienced attorney to join its Litigation, Investigations and eDiscovery Division as Counsel, Commercial Claims. You will advise GEICO’s claims organization on litigation risk arising from commercial auto and trucking claims, with 7+ years of related experience and a strong track record in coverage and litigation matters.

The role is hybrid, based in Maryland, with 3 days in office per week.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7+ years of litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Experience in commercial auto/trucking coverage and related litigation.
• Ability to manage complex matters and priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on complex commercial auto insurance claims and coverage issues.
• Partner with claims and business units on litigation exposure and risk mitigation.
• Manage disputes and litigation related to motor carrier filings (MCS-90) and GEICO entities.
• Advise stakeholders on litigation risks, strategy and resolutions.
• Escalate significant matters to senior leadership with ownership of case direction.

Skills

JD degree

Bar admission

7+ years experience

Insurance litigation

Bad faith litigation

Legal risk analysis

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.

Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.

Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That’s why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

GEICO is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Litigation, Investigations and eDiscovery Division as a Counsel, Commercial Claims. This role will serve as a legal advisor responsible for advising the claims organization on litigation risk arising from commercial auto claims and from commercial trucking claims-handling processes. A successful candidate should have 7 or more years’ experience advising claims organizations in insurance coverage and claims-related litigation arising from commercial auto insurance policies and ideally would have some familiarity with claims-related litigation risks across all fifty states.

Primary Responsibilities

Commercial Auto Claims Advice & Strategy

• Provide legal advice to claims organization and business leaders on complex commercial auto insurance claims, including providing coverage advice, evaluating risk transfer demands and opportunities, and evaluating risk associated with potential extra-contractual exposure and alleged bad faith.
• Serve as a strategic partner to claims and other business units, providing practical legal guidance on claims handling, litigation exposure, and emerging risks.

Litigation Management

• Respond to and manage disputes and litigation arising out of federal and state filing requirements associated with motor carriers, including, but not limited to, the MCS-90 filing process.
• Manage litigation filed by or against GEICO-affiliated entities arising out of commercial auto claims.
• Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risks, strategy, and resolution options across a wide range of matters.
• Facilitate escalation of significant matters to senior leadership while maintaining ownership of case direction and results.

Thought Leadership & Risk Monitoring

• Monitor and analyze legal and regulatory developments affecting commercial auto insurance, the trucking and shipping industry, and claims arising out of the same.
• Conduct legal research and provide actionable insights to support business strategy and risk mitigation.

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7+ years of relevant experience, including litigation or trial work in private practice and/or in-house experience at an insurance company that writes commercial auto/trucking policies.
• Significant experience handling or advising on commercial auto/trucking insurance coverage, bad faith, and extra-contractual litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex matters and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business audiences.

Location: HYBRID

- This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in office per week.

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Annual Salary

$151,700.00 - $235,750.00

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.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The GEICO Pledge:

Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.

Great Careers:** **Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.

Great Culture:** **Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.

Great Rewards:** **Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.

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.