Legal - Lead Legal Assistant
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Salary$78k – $105k
LocationNY-New York
Also inGarden City, New York
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience7+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenNov 7, 2026 · 18h ago
Verified live18h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
seven or more years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in a civil litigation office
word processing skills
excellent communication and organizational skills
insurance defense experience
Skills
word processing
Benefits
Annual cash bonus
Stock incentives
Make a difference with a career in insurance
At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®.
If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.
Build your future with us
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies’ Legal Litigation office in Garden City, New York, seeks a lead legal assistant. This role is responsible for assisting the managing attorney of our insurance defense litigation office.
Starting pay: The pay range for this position is $78,000 - $105,000 annually. Pay is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.
Be Ready To:
Legal Assistant Duties:
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open and maintain legal files
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prepare legal documents and correspondence
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draft discovery demands and discovery responses
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e-file pleadings with the court
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communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel and claims personnel
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track cases through the litigation process
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maintain the attorney calendar and pending list
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submit monthly billing invoices
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scan and save incoming mail
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answer and coordinate incoming calls
Lead Legal Assistant Duties:
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serve as the primary administrative resource to the managing attorney, office staff and trial attorneys
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inform the managing attorney of all office matters
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act as the office liaison with Headquarters’ Legal department
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provide administrative support to the office by updating policies and procedures
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act as the privacy and records management coordinator
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act as the liaison with building management and vendors
Be Equipped With:
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word processing skills
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excellent communication and organizational skills required
Bring education and experience from:
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seven or more years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in a civil litigation office’
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insurance defense experience (preferred)
Please allow us to evaluate your skills, experience and education by applying, even it you didn’t meet every requirement. We look forward to your submission.
This is a hybrid position. You will have the opportunity to work from home and from our Garden City office, subject to business needs.
Enhance your talents
Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career.
Enjoy benefits and amenities
Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated.To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities. Learn more about our benefits and amenities packages.
Embrace a diverse team
As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation; religion; national origin; age; disability; or any other basis prohibited by law. Learn more about the Federal Employment Notices.