Remote Associate Counsel – Insurance Defense (TX)

GEICO; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO is seeking an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Texas courts, with the role based in Houston at GEICO Staff Counsel. The position supports the Claims Department with research, pleadings, and strategic litigation management.

Ideal candidates will have 2–6+ years in related field litigation (insurance/defense or personal injury), a Juris Doctor, and Texas Bar admission. Travel may be required to attend trials, hearings, depositions, and meetings.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree is required.
• Texas Bar membership is required.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
• Render opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations and trial or dispositive hearings.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Written communication

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Texas Bar admission

Job description

GEICO is seeking an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Texas courts, with the role based in Houston at GEICO Staff Counsel. The position supports the Claims Department with research, pleadings, and strategic litigation management.

Ideal candidates will have 2–6+ years in related field litigation (insurance/defense or personal injury), a Juris Doctor, and Texas Bar admission. Travel may be required to attend trials, hearings, depositions, and meetings.