Legal Assistant

Position Summary Employ knowledge of company and legal procedures as well as principles of insurance, banking or corporate law. Work independently while assisting attorneys in the legal process necessary for conducting company business. Review, analyze and summarize issues involved in incoming litigation or administrative actions. Determine need for file documentation, obtain proofs, and clarify facts and issues. Organize, assemble and interpret records and documents. Act as a resource person to all levels of company personnel regarding corporate legal matters and departmental procedures. Job Type Full time Job Description Support litigation matters and act as a general litigation assistant throughout pendency of lawsuits. Research medical facts when necessary. Type/generate pleadings and legal documents and related correspondence for assigned staff counsel, as well as memos, letters, charts. Schedule and record all appointment dates for attorney meetings such as depositions and court hearings and maintain appointment calendar. Assemble data and provide input for implementation of computerized research and litigation monitoring systems. Assist in preparation of a legal periodical for distribution to the Claims department. Provides office administration support on an as needed basis, which may include mail processing, data input, courier activities, budget administration, payment processing and notary services. Interacts directly with business line customers and visitors to address support needs. Establishes and maintains a series of files for each case or matter along with a corresponding electronic diary system. Advises staff or management regularly regarding items requiring attention or action. Initiates, completes and submits routine forms required by courts or regulatory entities. Contacts appropriate organizations as directed to obtain documents. Manages correspondence for key dates and names. Records pertinent information and files. Qualifications Required Education: Associate’s degree as a Legal Assistant, completion of an ABA approved Legal Assistant training program OR extensive experience in a position performing Legal Assistant functions Experience: Researching, analyzing and preparing written documents and correspondence Knowledge: Civil litigation procedure; Federal and state judicial systems; Claim procedures; Principles of insurance; Medical terminology; Insurance defense practice; Insurance products and services; Composing and communicating board and executive management meeting agendas and notices; Developing and distributing board calendars; Developing, distributing and summarizing board surveys and regulatory reports; Maintaining electronic and paper corporate documents Ability: Evaluate situations, facts and issues and draw accurate conclusions; Organize, plan and prioritize work; Research legal files and compile data; Competently operate a windows based PC and relevant software; Communicate effectively with others in a work environment and with the public; Prepare written documents, correspondence, memoranda and pleadings Preferred Knowledge of regulatory matters, including filing reports with regulatory agencies principles Company procedures and departmental functions Work Environment This is a hybrid work arrangement (time spent in office and remote) and will report to an office location approximately once every 4 to 6 weeks. Compensation & Benefits Compensation Legal Assistant will earn a competitive salary of $28 – $32 an hour with annual bonus potential based on performance. Benefits Health & Wellness Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility Prescription drug coverage Dental and vision benefits Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services) Financial Protection & Insurance Company-paid basic life insurance Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage Short-term and long-term disability coverage Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options Retirement & Savings 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options Time Off & Leave Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements. Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave Career Growth & Education Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG) Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs Opportunities for career development and advancement Additional Perks Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts Adoption assistance program Equal Employment Opportunity & Safety The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job. AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr