Litigation Counsel

Position Overview

GEICO is seeking an experienced attorney to join its in‑house Litigation Management team as Counsel within the Corporate Litigation and Investigations Division. The Counsel will advise the claims organization on litigation arising from auto insurance policies, focusing on bad faith, extra‑contractual exposure, and broader litigation management matters. The role works closely with cross‑functional partners in a collaborative legal department delivering practical, business‑oriented advice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Claims organization on complex claims, coverage issues, bad faith matters, and extra‑contractual allegations.
• Conduct factual and legal research and analysis.
• Contribute to trial strategy and trial preparation, including evaluating case posture, advising on legal and business risk, coordinating with outside counsel, preparing witnesses, and supporting overall case strategy through trial.
• Develop and deliver internal presentations on legal issues and related projects.
• Advise GEICO leadership on pending claims‑related litigation, emerging issues, and relevant litigation trends.

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5–7 years of litigation management experience at a law firm or in‑house role.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non‑lawyers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders effectively.
• Sound judgment in balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Trial and/or appellate experience.
• Experience handling bad faith or extra‑contractual litigation against an insurance company.

Preferred Qualifications

• A background in auto insurance coverage and litigation.
• Experience working as a Claims Counselor or Claims Attorney at an insurance company.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams, both legal and non‑legal.

Hybrid In‑Office Work Schedule

3 days per week in office required. Positions located in Bethesda, MD; Cleveland, OH; or New York, NY.

Annual Salary

$135,300.00 – $235,750.00 (general guideline; final compensation based on scope, experience, location, and market).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards program with personalized coverage tailored to you and your family.
• Financial benefits: market‑competitive compensation, a 401(k) savings plan with 6% match, performance and recognition‑based incentives, and tuition assistance.
• Additional benefits such as mental health care, fertility and adoption assistance.
• Workplace flexibility and the GEICO Flex program, allowing you to work from anywhere in the U.S. for up to four weeks per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GEICO provides 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.

Accommodations

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 that allows each associate to be productive and work to the best of their ability. GEICO does not condone or tolerate intimidation or harassment: we expect and require all associates and applicants to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect.