Legal Assistant, Liability
Travelers
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Melville • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $52,600 - $86,800 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Effectively compose various legal documentation including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, subpoenas and draft correspondence.
- Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly.
- Maintain & Review attorney calendars daily and proactively handle upcoming events.
- Input and maintain all case file information into case management system for staff attorneys and ensure data integrity.
- Act as liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances, depositions, medical examinations and other court designated hearings.
- Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary.
- Act as a liaison between attorney and vendors.
- Act as a liaison between client and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed.
- Assist with Trial preparation.
- Records billable time when applicable.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associates Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
- 1+ years experience as a legal assistant.
- Experience in insurance defense litigation.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors.
- Highly proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint.
- Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications.
- Strong knowledge of trial procedures.
- Strong understanding of legal terminology, local court/jurisdiction rules and adhere to law office procedures.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of office files and records.
- Ability to manage time and multitask effectively and display problem solving skills by developing methods or approaches to getting the work done.
- Ability to adapt to new situations and changing priorities.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Benefits
- Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
- If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program.
- When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
- You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
- In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
legal documentationpleadingsdiscoverysubpoenascase management systemtrial procedureslegal terminologydata integritybillable time recordinginsurance defense litigation
Soft Skills
written communicationoral communicationinterpersonal skillstime managementmultitaskingproblem solvingadaptabilityindependenceteamworkconfidentiality
Certifications
Associates Degree