Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

Overview

This role involves providing critical administrative support to legal professionals within a law office setting. The legal assistant will manage tasks such as preparing legal documents and correspondence, managing attorney calendars, coordinating examinations for defense experts, and communicating with clients. The position requires familiarity with legal terminology and prior litigation experience.

This is a hybrid position requiring occasional travel to the office for meetings or training. Candidates must live within reasonable driving distance of the supported office.

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 and other parties as needed
• Maintain legal files and records
• Answer phone calls and handle administrative duties
• Propound discovery and serve client discovery materials

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in insurance defense or personal injury law within a law firm
• Strong time management and organizational skills to support multiple 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 or during training
• May require long periods of standing

Additional Information

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship requirements.
• This employer does not hire candidates requiring visa sponsorship for this role.

Location

Hybrid position with occasional in-office presence; candidates must reside within reasonable driving distance of the office supported.