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Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense

Newport News, VA

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Responsibilities

As a legal assistant on our team, you’ll handle complex tasks critical to the success of our law offices. You will

• Prepare legal documents and correspondences, including motions and pleadings;
• Use an electronic case management system to manage attorney calendars and coordinate examinations for defense experts;
• Communicate with clients and coordinate client discovery service;
• Maintain files, answer phone calls, propound discovery, and perform other administrative duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

Additional Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years of 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;
• 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 per hour. Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of 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 and 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.

City: Newport News
State: Virginia
Job Code: Ins Insurance
Affiliate Sponsor: Progressive

Employment Type

Full‑time; Hybrid with occasional travel to office; Candidates must reside within reasonable driving distance of the office they support.