Defense Litigation Legal Assistant

National LGBTQ+ Bar Association; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant to join their Seattle office. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for litigation and a knack for supporting attorneys and clients in a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for managing case calendars, drafting legal documents, and ensuring compliance with court rules. The firm values collaboration and offers a flexible work schedule along with competitive benefits. If you thrive in a friendly atmosphere and are eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Schedule with Remote Work Access

Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Transportation Subsidy

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

FSA / HSA

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing Contributions

401(k) Deferred Savings Plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience required.
• Excellent client relationships and interpersonal skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with case management and client interactions.
• Draft and format legal documents and pleadings.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Client Support

Document Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Legal Assistant Certification

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ProLaw

AdobePro

Large File Transfer Products

Job description

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Preg O’Donnell & Gillett, a Regional, Full-service Litigation And Business Firm Is Seeking An Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant To Support Three Attorneys In Our Seattle Office. We Are Seeking a Legal Assistant With Three Or More Years Of Litigation Experience Who Enjoys Working Closely With Attorneys And Supporting Clients In a Comfortable And Friendly Work Atmosphere. Attorney And Client Support Includes

• Initiate conflicts checks and open new client matters
• Docket and maintain case calendars
• Review court rules to ensure compliance with court format and efiling requirements
• Monitor case schedules and ensure attorneys are current with impending deadlines
• Draft, proofread, format, and edit pleadings, correspondence, and client documents
• E-file in federal, Washington state, and some Oregon state court jurisdictions
• Contact clients to schedule appointments, depositions, and trial appearances
• Prepare attorneys for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Close case files following data destruction procedures
• Knowledge of ProLaw document and case management software helpful
• Proficient in AdobePro to redact, bates stamp and convert documents
• Proficient in large file transfer products helpful
  
  

The ideal candidate should enjoy collaborating with coworkers and supporting each other with flexible work schedules. Excellent client relationships and interpersonal skills are a plus! Familiarity with insurance defense personal injury, motor vehicle, and construction defect cases helpful. Starting salary from 70-85k annually DOE.

Preg O’Donnell & Gillett offers a competitive salary, great benefits, an emphasis on life balance, and a friendly, business casual environment.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible schedule with remote work access
• Life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
• Transportation subsidy
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus
• FSA / HSA
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing contributions
• 401(k) Deferred Savings Plan
  
  

We look forward to hearing from you!

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  Mid-Senior level

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