Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense job at Progressive in San Antonio, TX
Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense Job Number: 256914 Category: Legal Location: San Antonio, TX Remote Type: Remote Job Level: Experienced As a legal assistant on our team, you’ll handle tasks critical to the success of our law offices. An ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience and an understanding of legal terminology, which will be used to provide administrative support to our attorneys through preparation of legal documents and correspondences, such as motions and pleadings. Using an electronic case management system, you’ll manage attorney calendars, coordinate examinations for defense experts, and communicate with clients. Among other things, you’ll spend time maintaining files, answering phone calls, propounding discovery – including serving client discovery, along with other administrative duties. Must-have qualifications High school diploma/GED equivalent or higher and a minimum of two years legal work experience in a business or legal environment supporting a professional team. Preferred skills Insurance defense or personal injury experience working in a law firm Time management and organizational skills required to provide support to a large group of professionals Typing skills with special attention to grammar and accuracy Ability to work independently while maintaining highly confidential information Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills Compensation $29.25 - $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 & vision, including free preventative care Wellness & mental health programs Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance Paid time off, including volunteer time off Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability Parental & family leave; military leave & pay Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups Career development & tuition assistance Apply tot his job