Legal Administrative Assistant

The position is located in Houston, TX

The purpose of the department is Litigation Services, Houston Staff Counsel Office, defense of lawsuits brought against insureds of Allstate and Encompass Insurance from receipt of new lawsuit to closure of case by settlement or trial.

The scope of this job is All aspects of legal assistance/secretary to group of attorneys who handle fast moving caseload.

The individual will be responsible for

1. Preparation of legal documents
2. Computer input, input of case information, legal documents, case handling history, and other information
3. Assist with scheduling of attorney appearances, including depositions, court motions, mediations, and trials
4. Telephone contact with clients, claims representatives, plaintiff attorney office, court clerks, and staff attorneys
5. Process incoming and outgoing mail

The skills required are:

1. Intermediate - Computer skills, including keyboard, Microsoft Word, e-mail Outlook, computer calendaring
2. Intermediate - Customer service skills on telephone and in person
3. Intermediate - Knowledge of office technology, including phone systems, FAX machines, printers, stamp machines, and general compute use
4. Intermediate - Ability to coordinate with attorneys for calendar events, office procedure, and other scheduling matters
5. Intermediate - Be member of office team, supporting other admin assistants, and providing service for paralegal and attorney staff
REQUIREMENTS
Experience Required:
1 to 3 years of legal assistant/secretarial experience

Computer Proficiency:
General computer skills, keyboard, calendaring, Microsoft Word, Outlook e-mail, computer history logs

Education:
High School or Equivalent - Preferred
Major preference: