Associate Counsel - Baltimore, MD

About the Role

GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Maryland courts and other first-party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Baltimore, MD and offers a remote work arrangement within commutable distance to the office.

Responsibilities

• Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
• Rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
• Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations before trial, examinations under oath, and defending by trial or dispositive hearing all assigned matters

Requirements

• 2-6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
• Juris Doctor degree (REQUIRED)
• Admission to the Maryland Bar (REQUIRED)
• Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in Maryland and meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) where applicable
• Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences
• Strong written communication skills for documenting files clearly and professionally
• Ability to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts, and demonstrate strong organization, priority-setting, and multitasking skills
• Capacity to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil litigation experience
• Insurance defense-related litigation experience
• Professional communication skills in person, via telephone, and in written correspondence/email

About GEICO

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career with endless possibilities. Every day, we honor our iconic brand by providing quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed customer 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and flexibility to support your well-being and future
• Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance
• Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success

Pay

Annual salary range: $118,900.00 - $186,550.00. The final salary offered will be based on factors including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education, training, 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.