Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

About the role

Progressive legal assistants provide administrative support to attorneys by preparing legal documents and correspondence, such as motions and pleadings. You’ll manage attorney calendars, schedule and coordinate examinations for defense experts, and communicate with clients regarding case details. Responsibilities also include maintaining files, answering phone calls, and other administrative duties.

This is a primarily remote role with occasional travel to one of our offices located in Irvine, Concord, or Sherman Oaks for meetings and/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 and schedule/coordinate examinations for defense experts
• Communicate with clients regarding relevant aspects of the case
• Maintain files and handle other administrative duties
• Answer phone calls

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED equivalent or higher
• Minimum of one year of legal work experience in a business or legal environment supporting a professional team
• Must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office you support (Irvine, Concord, or Sherman Oaks)

Preferred Skills

• Insurance defense or personal injury experience
• 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 highly confidential information
• Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Experience using an electronic case management system (not required but helpful)

Pay

$26.78 - $32.50/hour

Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of your eligible earnings based on company performance

Benefits

• 401(k) 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, as well as short- and long-term disability
• Parental and family leave; military leave and pay
• Diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
• 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., during training)
• Requires long periods of standing (e.g., in mailroom)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.