Legal Department- Secretary

Fred Loya Insurance Agency; McAllen (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Supplemental policies

Retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

Fred Loya Insurance is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join our in-house Counsel Dieterich & Kelly Legal Group. This role provides administrative and legal support to our in-house counsel, protecting policyholders and the company's legal interests.

Responsibilities include organizing case files, managing calendars, drafting documents, interfacing with clients and court staff, handling mail and discovery, and assisting in trial prep.

Qualifikationen

• Energetic, organized, and able to work independently.
• Professional appearance and pleasant personality.
• Ability to provide previous employment references and pass a background check.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Must be proficient with the State E-filing system.
• Proficiency in all aspects of the civil litigation process and rules.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Organize and maintain case files, request necessary documents, and keep cases well-organized.
• Manage and review the legal calendar, meet deadlines, document actions, and input information into the file database.
• Draft legal documents and standard letters and assist with drafting pleadings, drafting responses to discovery, drafting motions and orders to file with the court, scheduling depositions, mediations, hearings, and electronic filings.
• Interface with clients, claims adjusters, court clerks, and court reporters.
• Review, document, and distribute mail and e-mails as necessary.
• Required knowledge of the litigation process including opening new files, answering discovery, filing motions and pleadings, maintaining and scheduling appointments, and assisting in trial preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Kenntnisse

Energetic

Organized

Independent worker

Professional appearance

Background check

Bilingual English/Spanish (plus)

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

State E-filing system

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting: Legal Assistant

Fred Loya Insurance is a family-owned auto insurance company founded in 1974 by Fred Loya in El Paso, Texas. Over the years, the company has grown significantly and now operates over 700 agencies across several states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Alabama, Ohio, and Texas.

• Be part of a fast-growing company committed to service and excellence.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Position Overview:

We seek a motivated and organized Paralegal to join our team for in-house Counsel Dieterich & Kelly Legal Group. This role involves providing high-quality administrative and legal support to our in-house counsel, ensuring the protection of our policyholders and the company's legal interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain case files, request necessary documents, and keep cases well-organized.
• Manage and review the legal calendar, meet deadlines, document actions, and input information into the file database.
• Draft legal documents and standard letters and assist with drafting pleadings, drafting responses to discovery, drafting motions and orders to file with the court, scheduling depositions, mediations, hearings, and electronic filings.
• Interface with clients, claims adjusters, court clerks, and court reporters.
• Review, document, and distribute mail and e-mails as necessary.
• Required knowledge of the litigation process including opening new files, answering discovery, filing motions and pleadings, maintaining and scheduling appointments, and assisting in trial preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills:

• Energetic, organized, and able to work independently.
• Professional appearance and pleasant personality.
• Ability to provide previous employment references and pass a background check upon a conditional offer of employment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant
• Must be proficient with the State E-filing system.
• Proficiency in all aspects of the civil litigation process and rules.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish are a plus.

Benefits: As a team member with our In-House Staff Counsel, we provide comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance, dental, vision coverage, supplemental policies and retirement plans.