Sr Legal Assistant - LU10BN

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Legal Assistant to join our Tort group on the Chicago Staff Legal team. Attention to detail and ability to multitask will be essential in this role. The ideal candidate will be expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of their work, while enjoying a high-volume, paperless, remote environment that is both dynamic and rewarding!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilizes appropriate software to timely prepare correspondence, discovery, briefs, motions, pleadings, and other documents required by the attorneyCreates/edits court documents consistent with State and Federal court requirementsManages assigned attorneys’ calendar and docket based on meetings, court notifications, and depositionsSchedules depositions and meetings with needed partiesAssists attorneys in preparation for trial and discoveryReviews incoming mail and document productionMaintains electronic legal files and document managementOffers professional diplomacy during each interaction with clients, opposing counsel, home office staff, claim partners, and court employeesAssists in overall support of the broader legal team, as needed, which may include: back-up support, case matching, CD duplication, PDF compilation, file conversion, printing, mailing, external file transfer, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law office or corporate law departmentTort experience, especially Auto, Personal Injury and General Liability, is strongly preferredInsurance defense background is preferredStrong multi-tasking, organizational and time management skills, especially regarding prioritizing work activities for multiple attorneysTrial support experienceDemonstrated capacity to work with Illinois county court and Federal court systemsDemonstrated knowledge of Illinois Supreme Court Rules and Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, as well as familiarity with court practicesProficiency with case management softwareMust be able to format/edit electronic documents such as PDF, TIF, and JPG formatsStrong familiarity with Microsoft Office tools to quickly format documents (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)Adaptable to changes in technology and applicable resourcesMotivated and proactive problem solverAbility to meet productivity targets in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsSuccessful candidates will have experience in a high-volume litigation environment with experience in document production, discovery preparation, and data maintenance for clients

WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?

This is a fully remote position that may require occasional travel to downtown Chicago office for yearly in-office visits or as needed at time of trial.For full-time, occasional, part-time or remote positions: (1) high speed broadband internet service is required, we do not recommend or support DSL, wireless, Wifi, Hotspots, Fiber without a modem and Satellite; (2) Internet provider supplied modem/router/gateway is hardwired to the Hartford issued computer with an ethernet cable; and (3) minimum upload/download speeds of 5Mbps/30Mbps will be required. To confirm whether your Internet system has sufficient speeds, please visit http://www.speedtest.net from your personal computer.

How We Focus on Your Wellbeing: ​

401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance. Effective day 1. ​

25 days paid time off in your first full year and Paid Holidays

Click on this link to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package and award-winning well-being program: https://www.thehartford.com/careers/benefits

Tuition reimbursement - up to $5,250 (undergraduate) and $6,000 (graduate) for tuition and registration fees for degree programs that support   your career development (subject to additional requirements)​.

Student Loan Paydown Program – eligible to participate after 6 months of service. The Hartford will make a direct contribution of $125 per month – with a lifetime maximum up to $10,000 – as a supplemental payment towards your student loan in order to help you manage the stress of student debt and help you pay down your student loan faster.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$54,160 - $81,240

Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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