Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

Overview

This role involves providing critical administrative support to attorneys within a legal team. The legal assistant will manage tasks such as preparing legal documents and correspondence, managing attorney calendars, coordinating examinations for defense experts, communicating with clients, maintaining files, answering phone calls, and handling discovery processes including serving client discovery.

This position operates in a hybrid work environment with occasional travel to the office for meetings or training. Candidates must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office they support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and correspondence including motions and pleadings
• Manage attorney calendars using an electronic case management system
• Coordinate examinations for defense experts
• Communicate with clients regarding case matters
• Maintain legal files and records
• Answer phone calls and handle administrative inquiries
• Propound discovery and serve client discovery documents
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of two years legal work experience in a business or legal environment supporting a professional team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in insurance defense or personal injury within a law firm setting
• Strong time management and organizational skills to support a large group of professionals
• Proficient typing skills with attention to grammar and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while maintaining confidentiality
• Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $29.58 - $32.50
• Annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of eligible earnings based on company performance
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance including free preventative care
• Wellness and mental health programs
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and life insurance
• Paid time off including volunteer time off
• Paid and unpaid sick leave where applicable, plus short and long-term disability
• Parental and family leave; military leave and pay
• Career development and tuition assistance

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• May require lifting less than 25 lbs.
• Involves standing and walking around the room to monitor work (e.g., training)
• Requires long periods of standing (e.g., mailroom tasks)
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities

Location

This is a hybrid position requiring occasional travel to the office. Candidates must live within reasonable driving distance of the office they will support.