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Progressive Insurance

Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

Progressive Insurance, New York, New York, us, 10261

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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

$34.18 - $37.98/hour depending on experience and geographical location

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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