Family Law Legal Assistant — Organized, Deadline-Driven

McKinley Irvin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Commuter Benefit

Job summary

McKinley Irvin in Seattle, WA seeks a driven Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with filing, document management, and client communications. You will organize client files, prepare filings, and ensure deadlines are met with accuracy.

This role emphasizes meticulous organization, professional communication, and reliability, onsite during regular hours; prior family-law experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a legal assistant
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work onsite 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
• Paralegal certificate preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Open and maintain client files per firm procedures
• Prepare and process standard pleadings, notices, and legal correspondence
• Track filing deadlines and follow up on missing documents
• Coordinate client communications and document deliveries
• Greet clients and support reception when needed

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Discretion

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

McKinley Irvin in Seattle, WA seeks a driven Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with filing, document management, and client communications. You will organize client files, prepare filings, and ensure deadlines are met with accuracy.

This role emphasizes meticulous organization, professional communication, and reliability, onsite during regular hours; prior family-law experience preferred but not required.