Insurance Defense Legal Assistant

Job Title: Insurance Defense Legal Assistant Location: Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (Office-Based) Experience: 5+ Years (Insurance Defense with 1st and 3rd Party Coverage) Salary Range: $60,000 – $68,000 (Based on Experience) Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling first-party and third-party insurance coverage matters. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative and litigation support to insurance defense attorneys Draft, format, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence Manage case files, including electronic document management and filing systems Handle court filings (state and federal e-filing preferred) Coordinate attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, and client meetings Review and organize medical records, claim files, and litigation documents Communicate with clients, adjusters, opposing counsel, and court personnel Track litigation deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit preparation and witness coordination Required Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Insurance Defense Hands-on experience supporting First-Party and Third-Party Coverage matters Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules Experience with legal document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously Preferred Qualifications Experience with billing systems and time entry Experience working with insurance carriers or defense firms Paralegal certificate (a plus, not required) Work Environment Office-based role in Charlotte Collaborative legal team environment Fast-paced insurance defense practice

Created: 2026-03-07