Legal Clerk - Florida

United Auto Insurance•Miami Gardens, FL

12d•Remote

About The Position

As a Legal Clerk for UAIC, you will play a crucial role in providing support to our legal team. This position involves collaboration with attorneys to effectively manage legal matters related to property and casualty insurance. You will be responsible for a combination of administrative responsibilities and legal support tasks. This position offers a remote work arrangement, allowing the ideal candidate to work from their preferred location within Florida.

Requirements

1-year prior experience in a legal support role or insurance industry is a plus.
Strong understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts and legal principles.
Proficient in legal research methods and resources.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in legal studies preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

Add new cases to legal case management system.
Assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions.
Ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards and company policies.
Conduct legal research on a variety of topics relevant to property and casualty insurance law, including statutes, regulations, case law, and industry best practices.
Compile and organize research findings for use by the legal team.
Enter incoming mail into the case management software, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of correspondence.
Input new cases and relevant information into the case management software, maintaining up-to-date and organized case records.
Prepare case summaries, timelines, and relevant information for attorneys' reference.
Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to gather necessary information for cases.
Schedule meetings, appointments, and court dates for legal team members.
Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails related to legal matters.
Maintain deposition and mediation calendars and deadlines to ensure timely compliance.
Calendar events based on court orders, ensuring accurate and timely notifications to relevant parties.
Notify management promptly of all default motions, orders, and final judgments, providing critical updates on case statuses.
Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting property and casualty insurance.
Assist in ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and industry standards.
Liaise with internal departments, external counsel, and regulatory agencies as necessary.
Facilitate effective communication between legal team members and other stakeholders.
Maintain organized and accurate records of legal documents, correspondence, and research materials.
Assist in the archiving and retrieval of legal documents as needed.