Legal Coordinator

Legal Coordinator

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more!

The Legal Coordinator is a position that revolves around working with attorneys and  paralegals to assist in managing appearances for legal proceedings, including motions, arbitration  hearings, Court appearances, and depositions. You will perform various coordinating tasks,  primarily focusing on the litigation calendar but with additional administrative responsibilities. It  is a position that requires poise and professionalism in handling last-minute needs. The Legal  Coordinator has direct interaction with clients, attorneys, vendors, witnesses, and Court  personnel throughout the day, including on the phone and via email. To succeed in this role, you should have excellent time management and communication skills, as you will collaborate with  clients and internal teams to address the calendar needs of staff counsel. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support the paralegals in scheduling/confirming depositions and court appearances 
• Review, edit and adjust the litigation calendar 
• Communicate in writing and verbally with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances
• Draft legal documents and pleadings, including deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications 
• Organize and manage files, documents, and exhibits 
• File legal documents with federal and state courts
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements: 

• College Degree (4yr preferred) 

• Legal/law firm experience preferred with the litigation or insurance defense The candidates must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, and the ability to multitask. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel and spreadsheet analysis

Physical Actions/Environment: Required job duties consist of prompt and regular attendance, ability to frequently move about the office to coordinate work with others; standing, sitting and typing for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying up to 5 lbs. Ability to frequently communicate with others in-person, on the phone/virtually, and in writing. Ability to read, understand, process and evaluate large amounts of technical information and make related, informed decisions. 

Salary: $60,000-$70,000 annually based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time; Mondays – Fridays, 8:30am-5pm

Location: Detroit, MI

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Disclaimer: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  This job description may be subject to change at any time.

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