Associate Legal Assistant – PIP – Melville, NY (HYBRID)
GEICO General Insurance Company9 days ago
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
GEICO is seeking an Associate Legal Assistant - PIP to provide mid-level legal and administrative support within the Staff Counsel Office. In this role, you will develop a working knowledge of legal concepts and procedures, draft and revise routine legal documents, support attorneys in pleadings, motions, discovery, and maintain effective communication with courts, clients, and other departments. You will also handle scheduling tasks and invoice reviews.Compensationis competitive and based on experience, with the hourly rate ranging from $23.91 to $37.65.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and revise routine legal documents for attorney review.
- Prepare pleadings, routine motions, petitions, and legal correspondence.
- Manage court filings and maintain attorney and office calendars.
- Review invoices for compliance with established expense procedures.
- Provide onboarding and training support to Staff Counsel Support Staff.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, or legal assistant in personal injury litigation.
- Proficient in drafting pleadings, motions, petitions, and other legal documents.
- Experience managing court filings, scheduling appointments (including depositions, trials, conferences, and hearings), and handling administrative tasks.
- Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits & Perks
- Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurancewith no waiting period (coverage begins on the date of hire).
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Assistance and Paid Training and Licensures
Note: GEICO's Total Rewards Program and associated benefits may vary by location and eligibility requirements.
Required Skills
Staff training and onboarding
Discovery process assistance
Invoice review
Client and attorney communication
Personal injury litigation support
Calendar management
Office administration
Court filing management
Legal document drafting