GEICO has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant II to perform mid-level administrative duties for a Staff Counsel Office. You will maintain working knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and Staff Counsel procedures applicable by jurisdiction. In this role, you will prepare 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.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare leadings, routine motions, petitions, prehearing and arbitration statements, admissions, notices, jury demands, routine discovery, expert disclosures, and correspondence of a non-dictated nature, within the case management system, for attorney review and signature.

• Manage and monitor the status of court filings and suits via mail, in-person, or e-filing. Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling and/or canceling appointments within agreed parameters, may schedule other appointments, including but not limited to conferences, examinations under oath, and depositions.

• Create diary entries, journals, and statistical records for the attorneys. Assist with creation of trail binders for attorneys. Review invoices to ensure compliance with the expense management & controls memorandum.

• Prepare checks in accordance with established procedures and sends to the appropriate individual to facilitate payment. Prepare draft discovery responses based on client communications, coordinate their completion and signature by client for filing.

• Subpoenas medical records and follow up on receipt of same. May draft letter to independent medical examination doctor requesting review of records and examination of plaintiff for possible testimony at trial.

• Follow-up on the receipt of discovery responses. Interacts with Judges, court clerks, plaintiff’s attorneys, clients, and other departments to schedule events and resolve problems.

• Answers screens and LOGS voicemail messages and incoming/outgoing calls to GEICO personnel, clients, claimants, opposing counsel and /or courts for the Attorneys. Assist with data collection and may assist with generating Team Connect and Business Object reports for Management.

• Respond to general inquiries regarding office procedure and appointments. Refer complex inquiries to the appropriate Attorney or support staff member for further handling. Sort, log, distributes, stamps mail. Perform basic faxing, scanning, typing, filing, and copying requests.

• Organize and maintain court case files to include opening, closing, and storage. Meets attendance standard at business location to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with management and co-workers. Track and order office supply inventory, track, receive and secure check draft stock.

• Adhere to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles. MEETS the requirements specified below

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 - 4 years' of Legal Assistant experience.

• 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 40 words per minute.

Location – HYBRID Eligible: Savannah, GA

Benefits:

The safety of our associates is GEICO’s highest priority. If you are required to come into the office for licensing, training, or orientation, please note that we have implemented a variety of safety precautions within our offices. Additional safety precautions include no-contact temperature screening stations, added signage for associates on common-area occupancy limits, socially distanced workstations, and increased cleaning procedures for all areas.

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures
• Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

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