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Legal Assistant (Ins. Litigation) Jobs in Rego Park, NY at Insurance Litigation Law Firm
Job Summary
Queens-based law firm is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant specializing in Insurance Litigation to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide vital support in managing workers’ compensation and no-fault insurance-related legal cases, ensuring efficient case progression, and maintaining high standards of confidentiality and accuracy. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal support expertise within a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation, review, and management of insurance litigation cases, including workers’ compensation and no-fault insurance matters.
- Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, correspondence, and reports with precision and clarity.
- Manage case files using the firm’s document management systems as well as the state’s filing systems, such as NYSCEF.
- Coordinate with clients, witnesses, experts, and external counsel through professional communication channels; conduct interviews when necessary.
- Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines, court filings, and procedural requirements across various jurisdictions including UCC law, estate planning, environmental law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, family law, landlord-tenant law, securities law, and more.
- Handle confidential information with integrity while maintaining compliance with procedural law standards.
- Assist in court filings and document review processes while adhering to strict filing procedures.
- Provide executive administrative support by managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling phone etiquette professionally.
Experience
- Candidates must have experience with workers’ compensation and/or no-fault insurance matters.
- Paralegal experience or legal support experience in a fast-paced law office environment is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of civil litigation support including document review and legal drafting.
- Proficiency using NYSCEF is preferred.
- Strong research skills utilizing Westlaw or LexisNexis or other websites to gather relevant case law and legal information.
- Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience supporting insurance or personal injury litigation cases is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and internal collaboration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) along with document processing tools for efficient workflow management.
Join us if you’re passionate about supporting impactful litigation efforts in a vibrant team environment! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their legal administrative expertise while making meaningful contributions to our clients’ success.
Pay: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rego Park, NY 11374
Title: Legal Assistant (Ins. Litigation)
Company: Insurance Litigation Law Firm
Location: Rego Park, NY
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