Legal Secretary

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Secretary to join our team at THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY. As a Legal Secretary, you will provide administrative support to our attorneys, including composing legal documentation, reviewing incoming mail, and maintaining attorney calendars.

• Compose various legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and subpoenas
• Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly
• Maintain and review attorney calendars daily, proactively handling upcoming events
• Input and maintain all case file information into the case management system for staff attorneys, ensuring data integrity
• Act as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling and coordinating appearances, depositions, medical examinations, and other court-designated hearings
• Retain court reporters and interpreters, as necessary, and act as a liaison between attorneys and vendors
• Assist with trial preparation and record billable time when applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience preferred
• 1+ years of experience as a legal assistant preferred
• Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred
• Liability experience preferred
• Workers' compensation experience a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses, and outside vendors
• Highly proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications
• Strong knowledge of trial procedures
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, local court/jurisdiction rules, and adherence to law office procedures
• Maintain strict confidentiality of office files and records
• Ability to manage time and multitask effectively and display problem-solving skills by developing methods or approaches to getting the work done
• Ability to adapt to new situations and changing priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Health insurance for employees and their eligible family members
• Retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off and nine paid company holidays
• Wellness program with tools, discounts, and resources to support employees' wellness goals and caregiving needs
• Mental health program with access to free professional counseling services, health coaching, and other resources
• Volunteer encouragement with a matching gift and volunteer rewards program

THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.