Legal Secretary

CNA • Plano, TX

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Legal Secretary assists attorneys and other legal staff by providing legal administrative support, including document preparation and coordination of attorney schedules, calendars, and case work. The role works collaboratively with Claim, Claim Legal, clients, and third parties to help produce desired results.

The Legal Secretary handles legal documents, filing, case materials, archives, and calendars in accordance with departmental guidelines. The position typically reports to a manager or above.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and practices.
• General knowledge of the insurance industry and business units.
• Excellent internal and external customer interaction skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and other business-related software systems.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone etiquette and the ability to draft complex written correspondence.
• Ability to act with a sense of urgency to advance organizational priorities.
• Typically, a minimum of four years of experience in a related legal administrative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree with relevant coursework, applicable certifications, or equivalent experience.
• Tort defense experience.
• Multivenue experience or willingness to learn other venues.
• Federal Court experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and handle all aspects of document preparation.
• Draft, prepare, and distribute legal correspondence and memos under management or attorney direction.
• File documents promptly and appropriately with courts and other parties.
• Assist collaboratively in gathering and organizing exhibits, documents, trial data, and other materials in response to subpoenas, discovery requests, interrogatories, motions for summary judgment, and similar matters.
• Organize and maintain electronic, paper, and other files, as well as legal archives.
• Schedule and coordinate attorney and case-load calendars.

Benefits

• CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package intended to support employees' and family members' physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree