Legal Assistant Ii - Albuquerque, Nm (Hybrid)

GEICO is looking for a Legal Assistant II to support our Staff Counsel Office in Albuquerque, NM. Under general supervision, the Legal Assistant II will perform mid-level Legal Assistant and administrative duties and maintains working knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and Staff Counsel procedures applicable by jurisdiction.
Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares pleadings, 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.
• Manages and monitors the status of court filings and suits via mail, in-person, or e-filing.
• Maintains attorney calendars by scheduling, rescheduling, confirming, and/or canceling appointments within agreed parameters. May schedule other appointments, including but not limited to conferences, examinations under oath, and depositions.
• Creates diary entries, journals, and statistical records for the attorneys. Assists with creation of Trial Binders for Managing Attorney.
• 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.
• Prepares draft discovery responses based on client communications, coordinates their completion and signature by client for filing.
• Subpoenas medical records and follows-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 Managing Attorney.
• Assists with data collection and may assist with generating Team Connect and Business Object reports for Management.
• Responds to general inquiries regarding office procedure and appointments. Refers complex inquiries to the Managing Attorney.
• Sorts, logs, distributes, date-stamps and/or files items received by mail. Performs basic faxing, scanning, typing, filing, and copying requests.
• Organizes and maintains 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 office supply inventory and orders additional supplies as needed.
• Track, receives or secures check draft stock.
• Participate in the training and onboarding process for Staff Counsel Support Staff.
• Adheres to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting skills.
• Based on jurisdiction, may need to obtain, and maintain a notary license.
• Must have the ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
• Position requires a minimum of 2 years' experience as a grade 60 Staff Counsel Legal Assistant or 4 years' experience as a legal secretary, paralegal or Legal Assistant handling personal injury litigation matters.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: associates or bachelor's degree
• Civil litigation
• Experience in the insurance industry

Location: Hybrid - This position will require the individual to work onsite in the Albuquerque, NM Staff Counsel Office 3-4 times per week.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits:
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.