Legal Clerk

United Automobile Insurance Company; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Basic Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Dallas, TX is seeking a Legal Clerk to support their legal team. This remote position involves managing legal matters related to property and casualty insurance, conducting research, and preparing documentation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in legal studies and experience in a legal support role. Competitive salary ranges from $45,000 to $55,000.

Qualifications

• 1-year prior experience in a legal support role or insurance industry is a plus.
• Strong understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts and legal principles.

Responsibilities

• Add new cases to the legal case management system.
• Assist attorneys with research and document preparation.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Conduct legal research on laws and regulations.
• Compile and organize research findings for the legal team.

Skills

Legal research methods

Written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in legal studies

Tools

Legal software

Job description

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Company Overview

Founded in 1989, United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) is a family‑owned, privately held property and casualty insurance company and an industry leader in every state where we conduct business. We are committed to providing quality service to our agents and customers through disciplined underwriting and strategic claims handling, and we invest substantial resources in personnel and technology to ensure maximum efficiency and specialized operations.

Scope

As a Legal Clerk you will support our legal team by managing legal matters related to property and casualty insurance. This remote, Texas‑based position requires collaboration with attorneys to effectively handle research, documentation, and case management.

Duties

• Add new cases to the legal case management system.
• Assist attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards and company policies.
• Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, case law, and industry best practices related to property and casualty insurance.
• Compile and organize research findings for the legal team.
• Enter incoming mail and maintain accurate documentation of correspondence in the case management software.
• Prepare case summaries, timelines, and relevant information for attorneys’ reference.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to gather necessary information for cases.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and court dates for legal team members.
• Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails related to legal matters.
• Maintain deposition and mediation calendars and deadlines to ensure timely compliance.
• Notify management promptly of all default motions, orders, and final judgments to provide critical updates on case statuses.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting property and casualty insurance.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and industry standards.
• Liaise with internal departments, external counsel, and regulatory agencies as necessary.
• Facilitate effective communication between legal team members and other stakeholders.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of legal documents, correspondence, and research materials.
• Assist in the archiving and retrieval of legal documents as needed.

Education

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in legal studies preferred.

Skills & Experience

• 1‑year prior experience in a legal support role or insurance industry is a plus.
• Strong understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts and legal principles.
• Proficient in legal research methods and resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.

UAIC participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E‑Verify, please visit https://www.e‑verify.gov/.

UAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at UAIC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Salary: $45,000 – $55,000. Location: Dallas, TX. Remote work arrangement within Texas.