Executive Legal Assistant

National LGBTQ+ Bar Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing family law firm seeks an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to client service. This role involves drafting legal documents, managing client interactions, and supporting attorneys in trial preparations. The firm offers a supportive environment for professional growth and a competitive salary with benefits.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Professional Development Assistance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of family law experience under an attorney in a law firm setting.
• Comfortable with billable hour requirements and delegating tasks.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Draft various legal documents including petitions and court orders.
• Manage calendaring and scheduling for approximately 35-45 cases.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Associate Degree

Paralegal Professional Certification

Tools

Clio

Job description

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Must reside in Washington State - We offer flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, and in-office at our Kirkland, WA location. Will require in-office time during onboarding.

Northwest Family Law is a growth-minded entrepreneurial boutique firm dedicated to providing client-centric, solutions-driven family law services. We go beyond legal representation—we guide our clients through life’s toughest transitions, turning the pain of divorce into the hope of a brighter future.

At Northwest Family Law, we believe our team is our greatest asset. We cultivate an environment where professionals can thrive, offering the support and opportunities needed for professional growth. For the right individual, this is more than just a job—it is a chance to grow alongside a team of passionate, like-minded professionals who truly enjoy working together.

Job Summary: Experienced, dedicated, and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to join our legal team. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, elevated client service, and the ability to work efficiently. We believe in maximizing the value that our paralegals bring to our firm and clients by entrusting them with high-level work that is commensurate with their qualifications. Paralegals do the bulk of the drafting of pleadings, discovery, and case correspondence. Paralegals will be the main point of contact for clients and will manage client expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with clients, witnesses, experts, opposing counsel, and their staff.
• Be comfortable as the client’s main contact, attending client meetings, and tracking and recording client billings and expenses.
• Compose, prepare, and answer correspondence with clients and case-related experts.
• Manage calendaring, reminders, and scheduling for approximately 35-45 cases.
• Interact with courts regarding hearings, motions, etc.
• Draft various legal documents: petitions, summons, subpoenas, motion pleadings, declarations, court orders, parenting plans, discovery, and other documents as needed.
• Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, witness binders, and court filings.
• Prepare and review discovery, including answers to interrogatories and requests for production.
• Assist lawyers in preparing depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences.
• Organize and analyze large volumes of financial documents, including preparing asset/debt spreadsheets.
• Draft child support worksheets.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of family law experience under an attorney in a law firm setting.
• Comfortable with billable hour requirements and delegating tasks to legal assistants.
• Familiar with practice management systems (Clio), billing systems, etc.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and customer service skills.
• Paralegal professional certification or advanced paralegal education.
• Talented communicator and writer.
• Understanding of nuances related to family law with basic knowledge of court procedures in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000 – $95,000, with quarterly and annual incentive bonuses

Benefits:

• Generous PTO
• Competitive employee benefits: health, dental, vision
• 401(k) matching
• EAP
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 40-hour work week, Monday – Friday
• Schedule variation may be required

Education:

• Associate degree (Required)
• Completed a paralegal professional certification or have advanced paralegal education

Experience:

• Family Law Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
• Work Location: Hybrid or in-person in Kirkland, WA 98033. Must reside in WA State and be able to attend in-person court proceedings.