Legal Assistant – Property Insurance Litigation

Job Description

Presuit Litigation Assistant | Cohen Law Group

The Tone:
This is a part-time role at Cohen Law Group. Cohen Law Group is recognized as a leading firm in first-party property insurance litigation, operating with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding client service and achieving favorable outcomes. The firm lives by its motto, “It’s About Justice,” fostering an environment where teamwork, integrity, and work-life balance are highly valued among its professionals. This Presuit Litigation Assistant position is integral to supporting the firm’s core mission. The individual in this role will contribute directly to the efficiency and effectiveness of legal operations during the critical presuit phase, playing a key part in the firm’s ability to advocate successfully for its clients and uphold its dedication to justice.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person

• Mission: Owns the efficient management and organization of presuit litigation processes, legal documentation, and client interactions to support the firm’s legal team.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Coordinate: Coordinate all calendaring, scheduling, and critical case deadlines to ensure smooth workflow for assigned legal professionals and cases, proactively managing changes and conflicts.
• Organize: Prepare, accurately file, and meticulously organize all necessary legal documents, correspondence, and exhibits, maintaining a systematic and easily retrievable record for ongoing cases.
• Maintain: Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management systems, comprehensive spreadsheets, and confidential client records, ensuring all data is consistent and accessible to the legal team.
• Communicate: Professionally communicate with clients via phone and email, serving as a primary point of contact for inquiries, updates, and information gathering, always maintaining the highest level of client focus and discretion.
• Support: Support legal professionals by assisting with the initial drafting and thorough review of various legal documents, ensuring accuracy, proper formatting, and adherence to firm standards before submission.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level position ideal for individuals with a foundational understanding of administrative support functions. Candidates should demonstrate a core domain knowledge in office management, data organization, or a professional service environment, with a strong interest in supporting legal operations in the presuit litigation phase.
• Experience: Proven proficiency with core office applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for document creation, data management, and communication. Experience with specialized case management software is also required to maintain comprehensive client and case records efficiently. All candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive background check as a condition of employment, reflecting the firm’s commitment to integrity and security.
• Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting clearly and professionally with clients, colleagues, and external parties. Demonstrated excellent organization and meticulous attention to detail are critical for managing complex documentation and deadlines without error. The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities is paramount for handling a diverse workload, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.