Progressive
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Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense

54K–67K
Partially · Los Angeles, California
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Progressive seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys with administrative tasks. You will prepare legal documents coordinate attorney calendars and manage client communications. This primarily remote role requires occasional travel to offices in Irvine Concord or Sherman Oaks. Candidates must reside within a reasonable driving distance.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Build and maintain electronic case management systems to track attorney deadlines
  • 2Design and ship legal documents including motions and pleadings
  • 3Manage attorney calendars and schedule examinations for defense experts
  • 4Communicate with clients about case details using strong verbal and written skills
  • 5Maintain organized files and answer phone calls
  • 6Ship correspondence and assist with routine office duties

Requirements6

  • 1High school diploma or GED equivalent plus one year legal work experience
  • 2Insurance defense or personal injury experience preferred
  • 3Excellent time management and organizational abilities
  • 4Typing proficiency with focus on grammar and accuracy
  • 5Ability to work independently while handling confidential information
  • 6Strong listening and written communication skills

Salary Insight

$54 - $67k per year

Location

Typepartially
LocationLos Angeles, California

Required Skills

legal document preparationelectronic case management systemcalendar managementschedulingclient communicationtypingtime managementorganizational skillsconfidentialityeffective communication
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