Litigation Legal Assistant - Insurance Coverage

Job Description

Job Description

This well-respected law firm with a strong presence in the insurance defense sector seeks a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support their growing team in Concord, New Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative legal environment.

Location: New Hampshire

Job Title: Coverage Legal Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming mail, including logging in ProLaw and distributing via email.
• Proofread legal documents such as pleadings, discovery, letters, and client reports.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other meetings.
• Arrange travel, conference room reservations, and conference calls.
• Serve pleadings and discovery, including preparing standard enclosure letters.
• Assist with budget preparation at the attorney's direction.
• Monitor court rosters for hearings and trials.
• Handle copying and mailing of regular, overnight, and certified mail.
• Follow up on executed and filed settlement documents.
• Prepare closing file letters and final bill requests (at attorney direction).
• Perform other non-billable administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience is preferred.
• Proficient typing skills (50+ wpm).
• Familiarity with transcription and transcription devices is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.