Asset Forfeiture Litigation Paralegal: Trial Prep & Research

FSA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FSA Federal is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II to support the USAO District of WA and the Asset Forfeiture Program. You will assist attorneys with case materials, prepare exhibits, and conduct legal research while maintaining high professional standards.

The role requires a Paralegal Certificate or a HS diploma with related experience. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or HS diploma with at least two years’ related legal experience.
• Trial and automated litigation support experience preferred.
• Ability to grasp organization and function of the customer.
• Knowledge of basic legal research including standard legal citation.
• Excellent oral and written communication; strong organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and legal databases; ability to deliver customer service.
• Team player able to perform under pressure and maintain professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorney in reviewing case material, including gathering and analyzing materials and drafting digests with legal references.
• Draft, edit, and review non-legal information, create correspondence and research reports.
• Help prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and creating statistical charts and photographs.
• Interview potential witnesses and prepare summary interview reports.
• Review legal documents for citations and references; ensure accuracy.
• Attend pre-trial meetings and request additional information if needed.
• Prepare summaries of testimony and depositions after/during trial.
• Investigate facts and laws, search public records, and research related reports and correspondence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal Certificate

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FSA Federal is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II to support the USAO District of WA and the Asset Forfeiture Program. You will assist attorneys with case materials, prepare exhibits, and conduct legal research while maintaining high professional standards.

The role requires a Paralegal Certificate or a HS diploma with related experience. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.