Legal Assistant - General Liability - Insurance Defense

Overview

Full-time Legal Assistant position providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and other legal staff. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced legal environment. This role typically supports three or more attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
• File legal documents with courts and administrative agencies (electronically and manually)
• Maintain and organize client files, both physical and electronic
• Assist with time entry, billing, and expense reporting
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal staff
• Conduct basic legal research and compile information as needed
• Support case preparation, including document production, discovery, and trial preparation
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Key Competencies

• Communicating: Provide required information clearly and concisely; ensure messages are understood
• Conflict Management: Address problems openly and objectively; work toward resolution in an unemotional and constructive manner
• Professionalism: Maintain high standards for ethical conduct, respect for others, and role modeling
• Planning & Priority Setting: Identify priorities and develop detailed action plans with objectives, accountabilities, time frames, standards, review stages, and contingencies

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2 years of experience in a legal assistant or administrative support role preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and court systems

Additional Information

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required; duties may change at any time.
• The position may be designated as remote, hybrid, or fully in-office, depending on the needs of the role, office location, and firm requirements.