Remote Associate Counsel - Portland, OR

Join Our Team of Insurance Defense Experts

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Counsel to join our team in defending lawsuits filed in Oregon courts and other first-party insurance defense matters. As a key member of our Staff Counsel team, you will play a critical role in researching laws, preparing legal briefs, and rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value. If you're a motivated and results-driven legal professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Highlights:

• Position: Associate Counsel - Portland, OR (Remote)
• Location: Remote (initial 2-3 days in-office training, then remote with occasional in-person case appearances)
• Start Date: Immediate openings available
• Compensation: Competitive salary ($110,000 - $171,000 per year) and comprehensive benefits package
• Company: GEICO, a leading auto insurer and wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway

Key Responsibilities:

• Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
• Render opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
• Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions and examinations under oath
• Defend cases by trial or dispositive hearing, as applicable

Requirements:

• 2-6+ years of experience in a related field (insurance defense or civil litigation)
• Juris Doctor degree
• Admission to the Oregon Bar
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization, priority setting, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to travel as required (including trials, hearings, and depositions)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Civil litigation experience
• Insurance defense-related litigation experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Premier medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan and tuition reimbursement
• Paid training and licensures
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth

How to Apply:

If you're a motivated and experienced legal professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application to join our team as an Associate Counsel. We're an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we look forward to hearing from you.