Legal Administrative Assistant (Remote – Pennsylvania)
Allstate
- Location
- USA - PA (Remote)
- Work model
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- 2h ago
About this role
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
Join Allstate's Client Legal Services team as a Legal Administrative Assistant supporting insurance defense litigation in Pennsylvania. This fully remote role provides administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling bodily injury and related civil litigation matters across multiple Pennsylvania counties. The position is responsible for managing case files, coordinating attorney calendars, preparing and e-filing legal Key Responsibilities Provide legal and administrative support to Client Legal Services Attorneys handling insurance defense and bodily injury litigation matters. Open and maintain litigation files, ensuring accurate setup and ongoing management within case management systems. Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, including court appearances, deadlines, depositions, hearings, mediations, and case-related events. Prepare, draft, file, and serve pleadings and legal documents in both paper and electronic formats. Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents in accordance with Pennsylvania court rules and procedures. Process and manage high volumes of electronic correspondence related to filings, pleadings, court communications, and case activity. Serve as a primary point of contact for courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and internal stakeholders, maintaining professional and timely communication. Manage document organization, indexing, version control, and maintenance of litigation files to ensure accuracy and compliance. Monitor deadlines, court requirements, and procedural rules to ensure timely and compliant case management. Demonstrate initiative by anticipating attorney needs, taking ownership of assigned work, and collaborating effectively with team members.
Skills and Qualifications
Excellent organizational, prioritization, and follow-up skills with the ability to manage strict deadlines. Ability to take initiative while working under attorney direction and established procedures. Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously in a litigation-focused environment. Demonstrated experience with heavy scheduling, calendar management, and coordination of court-related activities. Insurance defense, bodily injury, personal injury, or legal administrative experience preferred. Knowledge of Pennsylvania litigation practices, court filing procedures, and managing litigation matters across multiple counties and jurisdictions preferred. Strong attention to detail and ability to successfully manage a high-volume workload. Proficiency with legal technology, case management systems, and electronic filing platforms.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role does not have supervisory duties. Explore the Benefits of Joining Allstate's Client Legal Services: Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life. Our in-house litigation roles provide more predictable schedules and flexibility, allowing you to excel professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life. Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you'll gain invaluable insight into our diverse business operations, objectives, and culture. This comprehensive understanding enables you to align legal strategies closely with the company's goals, fostering impactful contributions and strategic partnerships across departments. Direct Client Collaboration: Working in-house at Allstate means collaborating directly with internal stakeholders and business units. This close partnership cultivates