Legal Assistant Jobs in San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required.
• 1 year of experience in legal support or related experience to include multi-tasking in a fast paced and complex business environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of the function/discipline and demonstrated application of knowledge, skills and abilities towards work products required.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively in person, by e-mail and telephone; effectively follow instructions from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff; provide reports with professional courtesy and tact.
• Strong ability to focus on details, demonstrate accuracy, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience assisting attorneys in handling discovery, conducting legal research, drafting motions, and trial preparation for a personal injury insurance defense law firm or in-house counsel in the state of Texas.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Notary Public
• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing support for the investigative process of a trial by gathering documents and information for legal assignments.
• Conduct research and analyze documents to prepare reports of findings and formulate alternatives.
• Evaluate risk of alternatives and calculate costs of potential liability and assess benefits/drawbacks.
• Assist in preparing drafts of legal documents such as discovery responses, affidavits, motions, corporate minutes, contracts and other legal documents.
• Assist with proper filing of documents with regulatory authorities, courts, other tribunals, monitor status and distribute copies.
• Assist with preparing presentations and briefing material on topics relevant to USAA business.
• Oversee management and maintenance of attorneys' files per the attorney's specifications.
• Assist with administrative tasks to include, but not limited to, calendar responsibilities to ensure all deadlines are met; check writing, check requesting, copying, and handling mail as necessary to ensure continuous business operations.
• Act as a liaison between attorney and outside counsel in the exchange of information.
• Resolve issues and identify appropriate issues for escalation.
• Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k)
• Pension
• Life insurance
• Parental benefits
• Adoption assistance
• Paid time off program with paid holidays
• 16 paid volunteer hours
• Various wellness programs
• Career path planning
• Continuing education