Our people help make Progressive a successful, energetic, forward-moving organization. Time after time, Progressive has turned the insurance industry upside down through its innovative services, its use of technology and its continual push to be the No. 1 choice for auto insurance.

POSITION SUMMARY:The Legal Assistant II performs a variety of complex confidential and administrative duties in support of an attorney or group of attorneys. Under the direction of the attorneys, assists in preparing complex legal documents and filing court papers, and provides administrative support including file maintenance, maintaining calendars and meeting schedules. Requires strong working knowledge of legal terminology and document formats, such as contracts, briefs, complaints and motions. Works independently on various projects with general direction from attorneys.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



- Provides administrative support to the attorneys including: typing correspondence and documents; maintaining attorneys' schedules including meeting coordination, call screening and travel arrangements; other support activities including preparing expenses reimbursements for attorneys, processing fees and dues, designing or preparing presentations and maintaining legal databases.



- Prepares various complex legal documents such as contracts and complaints under direction from an attorney. Assists attorneys in preparing and filing court papers. Organizes and maintains legal files. Coordinates closed file processes. Works on various projects assigned by attorneys.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:



- High school education with 8 plus years of prior administrative work experience in a business office



environment supporting a professional team.



- 4 to 7 years of experience in legal environment, preferred



- Strong working knowledge and understanding of Legal terminology and procedures



- Ability to operate a personal computer with a good working knowledge of the following software applications: Lotus Notes, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint



- Excellent typing skills with special attention to grammar and accuracy



- Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information.



- Strong time management and organizational skills required to provide support to a large group of professionals.

At Progressive, status quo won't cut it. Our leaders want results and you'll have the chance to make significant contributions in a company that has taken the insurance world by storm. Our company is full of opportunity and promise. Consider the strength of your new employer as one of the country's largest auto insurance companies. You'll be surrounded by smart, driven people like yourself, who combine innovation and analysis to achieve industry-leading results and recognition, such as the BusinessWeek50 and the distinction of being one of America's Most Admired Companies, according to Fortune. Visit us at jobs.progressive.com and share your personality with a company that will value your unique contributions. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.