Legal Assistant

Law Firm seeking an Insurance Defense Legal Assistant for our Dallas office with 5+ years’ of experience specializing in Texas Insurance Defense (1st Party and 3rd Party Coverage background required).Duties include:Set hearings, depositions, mediations and meetings for attorneyCalendar deadlines for discovery, trial, etc.Scan and save all documents and mail into iManagePrepare documents for filing with court (hearing notices, mediation notices, deposition notices, notices of filing, etc.)Process all invoices for subpoenas, document requests, deposition transcripts, etc.Save all email correspondence between attorney, paralegal and opposing counselUpdate/Keep track of case list, trial list and closing of filesOpen new files – run conflict checks, request parties to be added to AIM, set up new fileCommunicate with clients, opposing counsel and vendorsHandle travel arrangements for attorneysSet up conference room(s) for client meetingsExcellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Must be proficient in Word and Outlook.Great working environment with a comprehensive benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience and all candidates must have a stable work history and verifiable references.