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Legal Secretary I - Las VegasLas Vegas, Nevada, United States at https://geico.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/11772/other-jobs-matching/location-onlyNewStaff Counsel at http://geico.referrals.selectminds.com/landingpages/staff-counsel-opportunities-at-geico-1681800007URequisition #Job DescriptionKey Position DetailsLas Vegas GEICO Staff counsel is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary. The successful candidate will assist attorneys in defending civil litigation matters. Responsibilities will include preparing pleadings, motions, notices, jury demands, discovery and correspondence using the office litigation support software (Team Connect). The successful candidate will maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments within agreed parameters; maintain and create diaries, records, journals and documents for attorneys; and will compile reports and handle filing as required. Personal injury litigation experience preferred. Grade and salary for this position may vary commensurate with the applicant's legal experience level.Primary Position Objective:Under supervision, PERFORMS legal secretarial and administrative duties for a Staff Counsel office. DEVELOPS working knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and Staff Counsel procedures applicable by jurisdiction.Essential Functions:ANSWERS, SCREENS, and LOGS voice mail messages and incoming/outgoing calls to GEICO personnel, clients, claimants, opposing counsel and /or courts for the Attorneys. GREETS visitors. RESPONDS to general inquiries regarding office procedure and appointments. RESPONDS to inquiries from Claims Examiners and document in Briefs system. REFERS complex inquiries to the appropriate Attorney or support staff member for further handling. SORTS, LOGS, DISTRIBUTES, DATE-STAMPS and/or FILES items received by mail. PERFORMS basic faxing, scanning, typing, filing, and copying requests. RECEIVES referrals for lawsuits, performs checks for duplicates and enter new lawsuit in the Team Connect system. PARTICIPATES in the preparation of pleadings, routine motions, notices, jury demands, routine discovery, and correspondence of a non-dictated nature, within the case management system, for attorney review and signature. MAINTAINS attorney calendars by SCHEDULING, RESCHEDULING, CONFIRMING, and/or CANCELING appointments within agreed parameters. May SCHEDULE other appointments, including but not limited to conferences, hearings, and depositions. CREATES diary entries, journals, and statistical records for the attorneys. REVIEWS invoices to ensure compliance with the Expense Management & Controls Memorandum. PREPARES checks in accordance with established procedures and SENDS to the appropriate individual to facilitate payment. ORGANIZES and MAINTAINS court case files to include opening, closing, and storage. May PARTICIPATE in the training and on boarding process for Staff Counsel Support Staff. MEETS attendance standard at business location to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with management and co-workers. ADHERES to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles. MEETS the requirements specified below:Must be able to, with or without accommodation, perform the essential functions which include, but are not limited to seeing, hearing, typing and speaking.Work activities involve combinations of sitting, walking, kneeling, climbing, pulling, bending, lifting, carrying and standing for extended periods.Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting skills.Must be able to multi-task.Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information.Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Based on jurisdiction, may need to obtain and maintain a notary license.Must have the ability to type at least 50 words per minute.About GeicoFor more than 75 years, GEICO has stood out from the rest of the insurance industry! We are one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing auto insurers thanks to our low rates, outstanding service and clever marketing. We're an industry leader employing thousands of dedicated and hard-working associates. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, we offer associates training and career advancement in a financially stable and rewarding workplace.Our associates' quality of life is important to us. Full-time GEICO associates are offered a comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including:
401(k) and profit-sharing plans
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
Tuition reimbursement
Associate assistance program
Flexible spending accounts
Business casual dress
Fitness and dining facilities (at most locations)
Associate clubs and sports teams
Volunteer opportunities
GEICO Federal Credit Union
Benefit offerings for positions other than full-time may vary.
GEICO is an equal opportunity employer. GEICO conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.How to ApplyClick "Apply for Job" to complete your application. You will need an active email address and phone number. Please upload your resume, preferably as Word .doc files or PDF. Once you begin your application you can save it and access it later. Your application should include any work and/or internship experience from at least the past five years.
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