Legal Secretary (PIP) - West Palm Beach, FL (HYBRID Eligible)

Company: GEICO
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

GEICO has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary (PIP) to perform entry level legal secretarial and administrative duties for our PIP Staff Counsel Office in West Palm Beach, FL. You will maintain working knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and Staff Counsel procedures applicable by jurisdiction.
In this role, you will participate 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. You will also manage and monitor the status of court filings and suits via mail, in-person, or e-filing. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining attorney calendars.You may answer, screen, and log voicemail messages and incoming/outgoing calls to GEICO personnel, clients, claimants, opposing counsel and /or courts for the Attorneys, greet visitors, and respond to general inquiries regarding office procedure and appointments, and maintain office files and supplies.
Candidate qualifications:

• Some experience in insurance PIP defense is preferred but is not required
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing while delivering a high level of customer service to both internal and external partners
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize caseload
• Must type at least 40 WPM
• Exceptional computer skills and proficiency using MS Word
• Exceptional communication, organizational and time management skills
• Insurance defense and personal injury experience strongly preferred
• Based on jurisdiction, may need to obtain and maintain a notary license
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent; college degree or currently pursuing preferred
  This position is Hybrid Eligible. While this position requires at least 1 day per week in the local office, remote work days are available based upon performance.
  Benefits:At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO's competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Total Rewards Program that includes:
  • 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.
    GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to 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 celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.
    

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