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National Indemnity Company ยท 1 day ago

Legal Assistant

National Indemnity Company is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies that offers a friendly and stable work atmosphere. The Legal Assistant provides support for the Legal Department by managing legal files, assisting in litigation, and preparing necessary legal documents.

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Responsibilities

Sets up, maintains and organizes legal files and integrates new information into files. Identifies and inputs necessary information into computerized records and databases
Reviews incoming correspondence and communications and takes appropriate action, including responding to routine correspondence, assembling necessary information and drafting routines response
Assists paralegal and counsel in obtaining and organizing documents and information for discovery responses, subpoenas, regulatory filings and other matters
Assists paralegal and counsel in preparation and submission of pleadings, briefs, exhibits, and other legal documents, administrative filings and corporate documents; obtains applicable court and administrative rules
Categorizes work to maintain established priorities including identifying and advising in-house counsel and paralegal of developments and deadlines
Issues and maintains legal holds. Communicates with legal hold custodians and organizes responses
Controls expenses under direction of supervisor. Reviews invoices from outside attorneys, adjusters and third-party vendors to ensure accuracy and compliance with guidelines
Assists in maintaining database of forms, research material, and other relevant material

Qualification

Legal terminologyLitigation practicesInsurance principlesDocument preparationDatabase managementBasic mathComputer proficiency

Required

High school diploma or GED and two years college or equivalent work experience
One or more years work experience
Ability to utilize a personal computer
Ability to perform basic math

Preferred

3 or more paralegal/legal assistant courses or 1 year paralegal/legal assistant work experience or equivalent
Insurance principles and terminology, insurance contracts, statutory and common law applicable to the insurance industry, insurance coverages
Legal terminology and business law
Litigation and discovery practices
Investigative techniques

Benefits

Retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment with 100% employer match up to 5%
Medical, Dental and Vision for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents
A dedicated Learning & Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally
100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program
Subsidized downtown parking
Competitive time off policies including parental leave
An Employee Assistance program
A robust wellness program

Company

National Indemnity Company

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National Indemnity Company is the lead member of the National Indemnity group of insurance companies. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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