Legal Assistant

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

The Legal Assistant position located in Tennessee at Farmers is a remote, virtual position supporting the legal team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation and will be responsible for performing various legal and secretarial tasks for assigned attorneys. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and paid time off.

Company: Farmers
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Experience: 1-3 years in civil litigation
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and location
Location: Tennessee (Remote)

About Farmers:

Farmers is more than just a popular insurance company known for their catchy commercials. They strive to provide peace of mind to their customers by offering protection and comprehensive advice in moments of truth. Their high-performance culture is focused on results and accountability, with a dedication to diversity and community involvement. To learn more about their culture and open opportunities, visit their website and follow them on social media.

Job Description:

The Legal Assistant position at Farmers is a virtual role that supports the legal team in Tennessee. The selected candidate will work under the supervision and oversight of their leader and will be responsible for various legal and secretarial tasks for assigned attorneys. This includes maintaining schedules and calendars, composing correspondence and legal forms, coordinating appearances, and communicating with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in cases. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation and a thorough understanding of court rules and legal deadlines.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain schedules and calendars for assigned attorneys
- Compose correspondence, pleadings, and legal forms
- Coordinate appearances and meetings with multiple parties
- Answer phone calls and emails and handle client inquiries
- Receive and process incoming mail
- Contact clients, witnesses, and others to confirm scheduled appearances
- Stay up-to-date with court rules and legal deadlines

Requirements:

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- 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation as a legal administration clerk, secretary, or legal assistant
- Thorough knowledge of court rules and legal deadlines
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience and location
- Bonus potential based on company and individual performance
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance

Application Deadline:

At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to find the best talent for their team. As a result, they typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application promptly.

In summary, the Legal Assistant position at Farmers offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for someone with 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation. This virtual role supports the legal team in Tennessee and requires strong organizational and communication skills. Farmers is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and community involvement, making it a great place for growth and development in your career.

Not specified

Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential, generous 401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, and more.

Not specified

Scheduling, Calendar Management, Correspondence Composition, Legal Forms, Time and Location Coordination, Client Communication, Mail Processing, Court Rules, Legal Deadlines, Multi-tasking, Attention to Detail, Computer Literacy, Physical Dexterity

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Interested candidates can submit their application promptly through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent

Legal