Legal Assistant Insurance Defense Glen Burnie, MD

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As a legal assistant on our team youll handle complex 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 youll manage attorney calendars coordinate examinations for defense experts and communicate with clients. Among other things youll spend time maintaining files answering phone calls propounding discovery including serving client discovery along with other administrative duties.

This is a hybrid position with occasional travel to an office for meetings and / or training. Candidates must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office they support.

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

Must-have qualifications

High school diploma / GED equivalent or higher and a minimum of 2 years legal work experience in a business or legal environment supporting a professional team

Preferred skills

Insurance defense or personal injury experience

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

$28.47 - $31.63 / hour

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

Key Skills

Business Development,Financial Services,Import,Air Pressure Handling,Clinical

Employment Type : Hourly

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 28 - 31