Legal Assistant – Litigation Support

Job Description

Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense | Progressive Insurance

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at Progressive Insurance, located within a reasonable driving distance of one of our U.S. offices. As a leading insurance provider, Progressive is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where employees can grow and thrive in their careers. This role is crucial to the success of our in-house law offices, providing essential administrative and litigation support that empowers our legal teams to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Your contribution directly supports the legal process and helps attorneys effectively manage their caseloads.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, United States
• Pay: $29.57–$35.43 hourly
• Mission: Provides administrative and litigation support to attorneys to ensure the smooth operation and success of law office functions.
• Tech Stack: Electronic case management system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Preparation: Prepare critical legal documents and correspondences, including motions and pleadings, to support attorney litigation efforts.
• Calendar Management: Manage attorney calendars and coordinate examinations for defense experts using an electronic case management system.
• Client Communication: Communicate effectively with clients regarding case updates and information needs.
• Discovery Management: Propound discovery, including the serving of client discovery, to facilitate legal proceedings.
• Office Administration: Maintain comprehensive files, manage incoming phone calls, and handle various other administrative duties to ensure office efficiency.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High school diploma/GED equivalent or higher with a minimum of two years of legal work experience in a business or legal environment supporting a professional team.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of prior litigation experience, demonstrating an understanding of legal terminology.
• Skills: Strong typing skills with special attention to grammar and accuracy; effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills; the ability to work independently while maintaining highly confidential information; and excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Bonus: Prior experience in insurance defense or personal injury working in a law firm.