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<p>We are looking to hire an <b>Attorney II</b> 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 the Tampa Bay area.</p>
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<p> Responsibilities include prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, to include depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, settlement conferences and defend by trial, arbitration, or mediation all matters assigned, as applicable. You will also handle researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda. You will render opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.</p>
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<p><b> Candidate Qualifications: </b></p>
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<li><p>Juris Doctorate required</p></li>
<li><p> Must be admitted/licensed to practice in FL</p></li>
<li><p> At least Four years of litigation experience, including insurance defense or personal injury</p></li>
<li><p> 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</p></li>
<li><p> Flexibility to travel as required to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings and conferences</p></li>
<li><p> Skilled in learning and applying large amounts of technical and procedural information</p></li>
<li><p> Excellent writing and verbal communication skills</p></li>
<li><p> Ability to learn case handling software and work paperless</p></li>
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<p><b> Location - Remote Eligible in: Tampa Bay area</b></p>
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<p><b> Benefits:</b></p>
<p> At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO’s competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Total Rewards Program* that includes:</p>
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<li><p> Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**</p></li>
<li><p> Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave</p></li>
<li><p> 401(k) Plan</p></li>
<li><p> Tuition Reimbursement</p></li>
<li><p> Paid Training and Licensures</p></li>
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<li>Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.</li>
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<p> **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.</p>
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<p> GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to 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 celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.</p>
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