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GEICO Staff Counsel is searching for a PIP Attorney to join our growing team - Law Office of Haydee De La Rosa-Tolfyesi, located in Coral Gables/Miami, FL, is seeking an attorney to defend PIP lawsuits filed in Florida courts and other first-party insurance defense matters.
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Primary Responsibilities:
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Conducting legal research and drafting legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
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Providing opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.
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Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath, and defending by trial or dispositive hearing, all matters assigned, as applicable.
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Travelling as required, including to attend trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences.
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Basic Qualifications:
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Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
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Admitted to the Florida Bar and licensed in good standing to practice law in Florida.
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1-5 years of Civil litigation experience preferred.
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Insurance defense-related litigation experience preferred.
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Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and through written correspondence.
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Strong organizational, priority setting, and multi-tasking skills.
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Ability to learn and apply technical and procedural information quickly and accurately.
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Must meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases.
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Location – HYBRID: Must reside in the tri-county area; Miami-Dade County, Broward County and West Palm Beach County.
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<div></div> At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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<br> Benefits:
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As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our
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Total Rewards Program
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<li>to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:</li>
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<li> Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**</li>
<li> Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave</li>
<li> 401(k) Plan</li>
<li> Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li> Paid Training and Licensures</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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**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.
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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.
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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.
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