Legal Staff Paralegal in Garden City, NY

Law Firm

Garden City, NY

Legal Staff Paralegal in Garden City, NY

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Legal Assistant
Garden City, NY, US
Full-time, Clerical
Requisition ID: 1065

Salary Range: -

H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant in Insurance Defense and Coverage Matters
H2: Professional and Proactive Support for Our Clients and Attorneys

Responsibilities:

Provide advanced administrative and legal support for insurance defense and coverage matters.
Assist with electronic filing of insurance-related claims in State and Federal Courts.
Communicate with courts, clients, insurance adjusters, experts, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
Manage attorney calendars and coordinate with court reporters, interpreters, and experts.
Open and close case files and maintain organized and accessible documentation.
Perform data entry and assist with document formatting, proofreading, and editing.
Transcribe dictation and type documents related to insurance defense and coverage litigation.
Record and securely store client information and assist with attorney marketing tasks.
Collaborate on team projects and perform general administrative and clerical duties.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or higher.
At least 3 years of experience in insurance defense and coverage.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems specific to insurance defense.
Knowledge of State and Federal Court E-Filing and relevant procedural requirements.
Highly organized with excellent communication and time management skills.
Ability to anticipate schedules and deadlines and move projects forward.
Experience in a high-volume insurance defense environment is a plus.

Our Mission:

Cultivate a working environment that provides a humane, sustainable approach to earning a living and living in our world.
Reduce costs and our footprint on the planet by integrating virtually and avoiding traditional “brick and mortar” costs.
Ensure diversity in our team to bring a variety of perspectives and approaches to our clients’ needs.
Maintain a relaxed, informal atmosphere that fosters professional development, personal satisfaction, and growth.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with experience and skill set.
Position offers benefits, including health, life, short-term and long-term disability, as well as 401k, flexible work, and paid time off.
Salary range for New York City applicants: - ($37, - $83,), plus may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Salary offered will depend on individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
**Members Only**, is a multi-state employer.

Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant in Insurance Defense and Coverage Matters

**Members Only**, a law firm committed to sustainability and diversity, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team in Garden City, NY. This full-time clerical position will provide advanced administrative and legal support for insurance defense and coverage matters, ensuring the smooth operation of case management, document preparation, and client coordination.

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support for insurance defense and insurance coverage matters, including drafting and preparing litigation documents.
Assist with electronic filing of insurance-related claims in State and Federal Courts.
Communicate with courts, clients, insurance adjusters, experts, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
Manage attorney calendars and coordinate with court reporters, interpreters, and experts.
Open and close case files and maintain organized and accessible documentation.
Perform data entry and assist with document formatting, proofreading, and editing.
Transcribe dictation and type documents related to insurance defense and coverage litigation.
Record and securely store client information and assist with attorney marketing tasks.
Collaborate on team projects and perform general administrative and clerical duties.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or higher.
At least 3 years of experience in insurance defense and coverage.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems specific to insurance defense.
Knowledge of State and Federal Court E-Filing and relevant procedural requirements.
Highly organized with excellent communication and time management skills.
Ability to anticipate schedules and deadlines and move projects forward.
Experience in a high-volume insurance defense environment is a plus.

Our Mission:

Cultivate a working environment that provides a humane, sustainable approach to earning a living and living in our world.
Reduce costs and our footprint on the planet by integrating virtually and avoiding traditional “brick and mortar” costs.
Ensure diversity in our team to bring a variety of perspectives and approaches to our clients’ needs.
Maintain a relaxed, informal atmosphere that fosters professional development, personal satisfaction, and growth.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with experience and skill set.
Position offers benefits, including health, life, short-term and long-term disability, as well as 401k, flexible work, and paid time off.
Salary range for New York City applicants: - ($37, - $83,), plus may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Salary offered will depend on individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
**Members Only**, is a multi-state employer.

Requirements:

In-office 4 days per week.
Associate’s degree or higher is preferred.
At least 3 years of experience specifically in insurance defense and insurance coverage, with a strong understanding of relevant insurance policies, claims procedures, and related legal processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications specific to insurance defense.
Knowledge of State and Federal Court E-Filing, with a focus on insurance defense filings and related procedural requirements.
Proficient in multi-tasking, attention to