Legal Assistant Jobs

Claim, Legal $48,400.00 - $79,900.00 1 Travelers offers the strength of a national legal organization committed to your professional development while maintaining a local focus. As a Legal Assistant at Travelers you will perform a variety of legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned attorneys, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. Assist with general office support efforts as requested and assigned.

Travelers offers a hybrid work location model that is designed to support flexibility.

• Act as liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances, depositions, medical examinations and other court designated hearings. Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary. Act as a liaison between attorney and vendors.
• Act as a liaison between client and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed.
• Input and maintain all case file information into case management system for staff attorneys and ensure data integrity.
• Assist with Trial preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly.
• Effectively compose various legal documentation including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, subpoenas and draft correspondence.
• Maintain & Review attorney calendars daily and proactively handle upcoming events
• Records billable time when applicable.

• Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred.
• Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of office files and records.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of trial procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors.
• Associates Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience preferred.
• 1+ years experience as a legal assistant preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, local court/jurisdiction rules and adhere to law office procedures.
• Highly proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to new situations and changing priorities.
• Ability to manage time and multitask effectively and display problem solving skills by developing methods or approaches to getting the work done.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services, life coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you’re eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.