Counsel Support Associate (Remote - TX)

Allstate

5d • $19 - $30 • Remote

About The Position

Join our dynamic insurance defense legal team as a Counsel Support Associate. In this role, you'll provide essential administrative support to Client Legal Services Attorneys, ensuring the smooth management of legal proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on legal experience in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment with exposure to civil litigation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Legal administrative support experience in a civil law setting is beneficial but not required.
• Exposure to a legal office environment is helpful.
• Candidates with transferable skills and a strong interest in legal administrative work are encouraged to apply.
• Exceptionally organized and task-oriented.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable handling sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and open to learning new legal systems.
• Must be located in Texas

Responsibilities

• Legal Document Management: Enter and manage pleadings, motions, trial documents, and legal correspondence using the case management system.
• Case Lifecycle Coordination: From the time a lawsuit is received, support tasks including assigning the case, preparing and sending letters of representation to insurers, filing entries of appearance with the court, tracking financials, answering complaints, sending notices of depositions or hearings, corresponding with opposing counsel, and ensuring proper file closure.
• Calendar Management: Track trial, arbitration, and mediation dates, ensuring timely follow-ups and accurate notifications.
• Client & Court Communication: Maintain communication with clients, courts, claim representatives, and opposing counsel via phone, email, and written correspondence—strong people skills are a must.
• Administrative Support: Perform mail handling, scanning, and filing both in-office and remotely; manage daily administrative duties with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure data accuracy and compliance using the Team Connect Litigation Management System.
• Problem Solving: Investigate and resolve administrative challenges while remaining open to feedback and learning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED