Farmers Insurance Group CA , CA 93449
Posted 3 weeks ago
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Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )
We are adding Legal Assistants to our California legal team! We are seeking candidates at least one year of California civil litigation experience. We are also open to candidates in Colorado who have California experience and are comfortable working Pacific Time hours. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential, generous 401k, PTO, medical/dental vision, paid parental leave, and much more! Check out our Employee Value Proposition to learn more about our company culture
Job Summary
Performs legal and secretarial tasks for assigned attorney(s), with supervision and oversight from their leader.
Essential Job Functions
Maintains schedules and calendar for assigned attorney(s).
Composes a variety of correspondence, pleadings and various legal forms.
Coordinates time and location of multi-party appearances, including depositions, arbitrations, mediations, Independent Medical Exams (IME's) meetings and site inspections.
Answers telephone calls, emails and handles client inquiries.
Receives and processes incoming mail.
Contacts clients, witnesses, court reporters, interpreters, claims personnel, and others to confirm scheduled appearances as instructed by assigned attorney(s).
Maintains a thorough knowledge and keeps up-to-date with court rules and legal deadlines.
Physical Actions
This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience Requirements
1-3 years experience in civil litigation as a legal administration clerk, secretary, or legal assistant required.
Benefits
o CA Only: $23.12 - $36.70
o CO Only: $21.73 - $31.78
Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review "What we offer" on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer
Job Location(s): US - CA, US - CO
Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.
Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
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