Legal Assistant (BI/UM)

USAA is dedicated to empowering its members towards financial security through exceptional service and trusted advice. They are seeking a personal injury Legal Assistant to provide support in legal work, including research, document preparation, and trial preparation under the supervision of an attorney.ResponsibilitiesApplies intermediate knowledge to assist in providing support for the investigative process of a trial by gathering documents and information for legal assignmentsCollaborates with team to conduct research and analyze documents to prepare reports of findings and formulate alternativesCollaborates with team to evaluate risk of alternatives and calculate costs of potential liability and assesses benefits/drawbacksMay assist in preparing drafts of legal documents such as discovery responses, affidavits, motions, corporate minutes, contracts and other legal documentsApplies intermediate knowledge to assist with proper filing of documents with regulatory authorities, courts, other tribunals, monitors status and distributes copiesAssists team with preparing presentations and briefing material on topics relevant to USAA businessOversees management and maintenance of attorneys' files per the attorney's specificationsMay 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 operationsMay act as a liaison between attorney and outside counsel in the exchange of informationCollaborates with team members to resolve issues and to identify appropriate issues for escalationEnsures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and proceduresSkillsHigh School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required1 year of experience in legal support or related experience to include multi-tasking in a fast paced and complex business environmentIntermediate knowledge of the function/discipline and demonstrated application of knowledge, skills and abilities towards work products requiredInterpersonal 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 tactStrong ability to focus on details, demonstrate accuracy, and maintain a high level of confidentialityKnowledge of Microsoft Office toolsExperience 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 CaliforniaNotary PublicBachelor's DegreeUS military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partnerBenefitsComprehensive medical, dental and vision plans401(k)PensionLife insuranceParental benefitsAdoption assistancePaid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hoursVarious wellness programsCareer path planning and continuing educationCompany OverviewUSAA is a financial services company. It was founded in 1922, and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.usaa.com.



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