Legal Assistant

As a Legal Assistant at Travelers you will perform a variety of legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned lawyers, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes.

• Prepare various legal documentation including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, mediations, motions, etc, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Draft correspondance and review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with lawyers accordingly.
• Provide necessary telephone assistance including, but not limited to, answering callers’ routine questions.
• Maintain lawyers calendars as well as maintain diary and tickler dates appropriately.
• Input and maintain information into proprietary case management system and ensure data integrity.
• Maintain, organize, and index all case files for staff lawyers; file correspondence, pleadings and other documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Schedule/coordinate Examinations for Discovery, medical examinations, and other court designated hearings.
• Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary.
• Act as a liaison between insured, claim professional, and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed and assist in completion of necessary reports.
• Assist with trial/hearing preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

• Health Insurance
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Encouragement

Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That’s Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers – and opportunities for our employees.