Allstate

Legal Administrative Assistant

Allstate

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Missouri • United States

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Salary

💰 $20 - $30 per hour

About the role

  • Provide dedicated legal and administrative support to 2–3 Client Legal Services Attorneys
  • Open and maintain new lawsuits, ensuring accurate setup and ongoing management within case management systems
  • Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, depositions, and hearings
  • Schedule, prepare, and file depositions with courts and all required parties
  • Prepare, file, and serve pleadings and legal documents in both paper and electronic formats, including e-filing across multiple jurisdictions
  • Process and manage high volumes of electronic mail related to pleadings, filings, and court correspondence
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for courts, plaintiff counsel, IME vendors, and internal stakeholders, maintaining professional and timely communication
  • Manage document organization, version control, and case file maintenance to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Coordinate issuance of settlement checks and follow up on required closing documentation to ensure timely case resolution
  • Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with procedural and filing requirements

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Prior exposure to a legal, litigation, claims, or professional services environment, through work experience, internships, or related administrative roles
  • Basic familiarity with legal documents and processes, such as pleadings, filings, calendaring, and document management
  • Experience supporting multiple priorities, deadlines, or stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfort working with electronic filing systems, document management tools, and high volumes of electronic correspondence (training provided)
  • Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and professional communication abilities
  • Ability to learn legal procedures, court requirements, and internal systems with guidance
Benefits
  • Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life.
  • Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you'll gain invaluable insight into our diverse business operations, objectives, and culture.
  • Direct Client Collaboration: Working in-house at Allstate means collaborating directly with internal stakeholders and business units.
  • Strategic Influence and Impact: As an integral member of our legal team, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategic decisions and risk management initiatives.
  • Diverse Legal Challenges: In-house litigation roles at Allstate encompass a broad spectrum of legal work beyond traditional litigation, including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
  • Professional Growth Opportunities: With ample opportunities for advancement and professional development, you'll have the support and resources you need to reach new heights in your legal career.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
case management systemse-filingdocument managementpleadingsfilingscalendaringversion controllegal documentscourt correspondencesettlement checks
Soft Skills
attention to detailorganizational skillsprofessional communicationability to manage multiple prioritiesability to meet deadlinestimely communicationadaptabilityteam collaborationproblem-solvingtime management
Certifications
High School DiplomaGED