Counsel - Insurance Defense Litigation
Overview
Defend first-party insurance lawsuits in Texas courts, owning cases from pleadings through trial. Manage a caseload of litigation matters, conduct legal research, and render opinions on liability and damages. Work with a collaborative team of attorneys and claims professionals in a hybrid remote setup. Leverage your 7+ years of defense litigation experience with the backing of GEICO's staff counsel office.
What You'll Do7
- 1Research Texas laws and draft legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda on liability, damages, and value.
- 2Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions and examinations under oath.
- 3Defend assigned cases at trial or dispositive hearings, presenting arguments and evidence.
- 4Manage a caseload from inception to resolution, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
- 5Document case files clearly and professionally, detailing strategy, developments, and outcomes.
- 6Collaborate with claims adjusters and provide legal guidance on insurance coverage disputes.
- 7Travel as needed for trials, hearings, and depositions across Texas.
Requirements8
- 17+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense, personal injury, or civil defense.
- 2Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- 3Active license to practice law in Texas, in good standing.
- 4Familiarity with Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and evidentiary rules.
- 5Strong legal research and writing skills with a track record of persuasive briefs.
- 6Experience conducting depositions and defending trials.
- 7Excellent communication and negotiation skills for client and court interactions.
- 8Ability to handle a high-volume caseload independently.
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