Hybrid Paralegal / Legal Assistant

My client is a well-established insurance defense law firm who has an immediate opening for a highly experienced Litigation Legal Assistant who bills paralegal time when applicable.

• Draft various pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents


• Manage correspondence between attorney and clients


• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files


• Maintain attorney calendar Electronic Filing with Federal and State Courts Work independently


• Provide proactive and advanced legal support

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7+ years litigation experience in an insurance defense law firm setting


• General litigation experience.


• Personal injury, medical malpractice & construction litigation is highly preferred.


• Type 60+wpm.


• Able to step into an active caseload.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Power Point.


• Ability to meet required deadlines, multi-task, prioritize, organize, and work calmly under pressure.


• High attention to detail, proactive, and self-motivated.


• Ability to both follow instructions, and to think and work independently.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.