Senior Director, Associate General Counsel - Litigation

GEICO is one of the nation's largest auto insurers, driven by low rates, outstanding service, and innovative marketing. We are looking for a Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Litigation to join our Legal organization within the Litigation function. This senior-level role reports to the Head of Litigation and serves as a trusted legal and strategic advisor to the business.

The position is a hybrid role, requiring on‑site presence three days a week at one of the following locations:
Chevy Chase, MD;
New York, NY;
Chicago, IL; or Cleveland, OH.

• Litigation Management:
  • Serve as a senior legal leader for GEICO’s Claims litigation portfolio.
  • Manage the team handling all phases of litigation (discovery, motions, trial, appeal) and investigations; oversee outside counsel, budgets, and fee negotiations.
  • Partner with Claims leadership to design, build, and scale a litigation support model aligned to the expansion of GEICO’s commercial claims business, including talent needs, role definition, and operating structure.
  • Collaborate with Claims and Product leadership to design, implement, and refine claims processes and procedures that support the launch and scaling of new commercial insurance product lines, ensuring legal risk is identified, mitigated, and operationalized.
  • Oversee and drive continuous improvement of litigation operations, including legal intake processes, workflows, metrics, and reporting.
• Legal Strategy and Transformation:
  • Translate company strategy and executive leadership goals into practical, executable legal priorities, driving alignment and accountability across the litigation organization.
  • Develop cost‑effective strategies for claims‑related litigation, identify risks, and implement procedures for legal service delivery.
  • Lead and support enterprise transformation initiatives, including change management and strategic communications related to claims litigation.
• Business Advising:
  • Provide counsel to business partners on escalated disputes, integrating legal considerations into business decisions, and advising on risk.
  • Offer proactive legal advice on complex litigation risk, discovery strategy, and evolving legal issues impacting GEICO’s business.
  • Advise senior leadership and participate in strategic initiatives impacting GEICO’s risk profile, operational effectiveness, and long‑term growth.
• Leadership & Cross Functional Work:
  • Partner with business leaders and operations to deliver practical, risk‑based legal solutions aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of attorneys who manage litigation matters, ensuring strong oversight, prioritization, and execution.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with outside counsel and key external partners.
• Regulatory & Compliance:
  • Maintain awareness of external legal, regulatory, and litigation trends and advise internal stakeholders on emerging risks and implications.
  • Address regulatory enforcement actions, analyze laws, and manage compliance risks.
  • Represent the Legal department in internal governance forums and, as appropriate, in external legal or regulatory engagements.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Current or recent experience operating at the Senior Director level or above (or equivalent), with demonstrated accountability for enterprise‑level outcomes and leadership of managers.
• 12+ years of legal experience, including significant experience in insurance‑related litigation, claims, or complex commercial litigation; experience working for a Property & Casualty insurance company preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing attorneys who handle litigation, with the ability to operate through layers while staying close to the work.
• Strong understanding of litigation risk, insurance coverage issues, and the regulatory and legal environment impacting the insurance industry.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
• Proven ability to balance legal risk with business priorities in a…