**Legal Assistant – Insurance Defense** **Dallas, TX** **Salary Commensurate with Experience** **ON-SITE** Adecco is partnering with a highly regarded law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with experience in insurance defense to support our dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with seasoned attorneys and contribute to high-profile cases representing some of the nation’s largest companies. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Case Management Support:** Assist attorneys in managing all phases of insurance defense cases, including the preparation of legal documents, case files, and correspondence. + **Document Preparation:** Draft and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail. + **File Management:** Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible. + **Scheduling:** Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances, managing the attorneys' calendars efficiently. + **Client Communication:** Maintain professional communication with clients, insurance adjusters, and other parties, providing case updates and information as needed. + **Research Assistance:** Conduct preliminary legal research and gather relevant information to support case strategies. + **Trial Preparation:** Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and preparing trial notebooks. + **Administrative Support:** Provide general administrative support to attorneys, including managing phone calls, handling mail, and processing expense reports. **Qualifications:** + **Experience:** Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in insurance defense or related litigation fields. + **Education:** Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred, but not required. + **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal software and case management systems. + **Attention to Detail:** Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. + **Communication:** Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and courteous demeanor. + **Team Player:** Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and other staff members to support the legal team effectively. + **Confidentiality:** High level of professionalism and respect for client confidentiality and ethical standards. **Benefits:** + Competitive salary commensurate with experience + Medical, 401k, and paid vacation + Opportunities for professional development and growth If you are a dedicated and organized Legal Assistant with experience in insurance defense, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application! **Pay Details:** $45,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance