GEICO has and exciting opportunity for a Bodily Injury Attorney I to defend lawsuits against GEICO insureds and represent GEICO in Bodily Injury, Uninsured Motorist (UM) and Underinsured Motorist (UIM), subrogation lawsuits filed in State court in Los Angeles, CA.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
- Renders opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.
- Prepares and handles pleadings, motions, and discovery, to include depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath.
- Defends by trial, arbitration, or mediation all matters assigned, as applicable.
- Adhere to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles.
- Meet attendance guidelines standard of the business location, to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with subordinates and management.
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- Juris Doctorate required
- Must be admitted/licensed to practice in California
- 4 years of litigation experience, including insurance defense or personal injury
- Currently 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
- Flexibility to travel as required to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences
- Skilled in learning and applying large amounts of technical and procedural information
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn case handling software and work paperless
Annual Salary
$90,000.00 - $161,000.00
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.
Benefits:
As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
- Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Training and Licensures
Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
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.