Insurance Defense Legal Secretary Job at State Farm in Atlanta

Overview

Being good neighbors - helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place - is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. Come join a #1 team and do some good!

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with calendaring and scheduling, processing mail, electronic/paper filing, and legal research.
• Calendar management; scheduling litigation events including depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Interact with clients, courts, and counsel throughout the litigation process on behalf of the attorney.
• Work in a hybrid role with hours in the office and virtually; in-office time required. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.
• Location: 5555 Glenridge Connector, Sandy Springs, GA.

Qualifications

• Previous experience required
• 3–10 years of recent civil defense litigation secretarial/assistant experience, preferably in insurance defense or personal injury
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology, local/state rules regarding pleadings and pre-trial matters, deadlines, and filing requirements
• Key skills: calendaring and scheduling in a legal environment; strong organizational skills; multitasking; e-filing with court systems; strong written and oral communication; accurate typing
• Technology/software: Microsoft Office Suite; Case Management system; Document Storage system
• Eligible to work in the U.S. immediately; State Farm will not sponsor visas

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with potential starting salary range: $52,886.25 – $72,000.00; annual incentive pay up to 9% of base salary
• Paid time off and holidays; comprehensive health and wellbeing programs; vision and dental coverage; telemedicine and mental health support
• Educational benefits, tuition assistance, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• Retirement plan with company contributions up to 7% of salary; access to financial planning resources
• Other benefits and programs designed to support work-life balance

Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Insurance

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply; this description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the role as listed.