Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

$63,357 - $70,408/Yr

Progressive - Troy, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Troy, MI

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

As a Legal Assistant specializing in Insurance Defense, you will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by managing complex tasks essential for the success of our law offices. This hybrid position requires prior litigation experience and a solid understanding of legal terminology, enabling you to prepare legal documents, manage attorney calendars, and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and correspondences, including motions and pleadings.
• Manage attorney calendars using an electronic case management system.
• Coordinate examinations for defense experts.
• Communicate with clients regarding case updates and inquiries.
• Maintain organized files and records related to legal cases.
• Answer phone calls and provide administrative support as needed.
• Propound discovery, including serving client discovery requests.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of prior legal work experience in a business or legal environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in insurance defense or personal injury cases.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Typing skills with attention to grammar and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining confidentiality.
• Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off, including volunteer time off
• Paid & unpaid sick leave
• Short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave
• Military leave & pay
• Career development & tuition assistance