Hybrid Litigation Legal Assistant | E-Filing Expert

Schwabe; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) / Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Transit subsidy

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt seeks a full-time Legal Assistant in our Vancouver, WA office. The role supports lawyers in the litigation practice with e-filing and document management across federal, state, and appellate courts.

Hybrid work policy allows remote Mondays and Fridays; in-person onboarding 30 days, Monday–Friday, to integrate with systems and colleagues. 5+ years of litigation experience and an associate's degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in litigation.
• An associate's degree is preferred.
• Strong litigation knowledge and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal administrative support to lawyers and paralegals.
• Edit, format, and proofread documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare shell documents including pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.
• Prepare documents for electronic filing in Federal and state courts.
• Coordinate calendaring for meetings and deadlines, including court dates.
• Verify legal citations and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain organized electronic files and matter management procedures.
• Record attorney time entries accurately for billing.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Strong litigation knowledge

Exceptional organizational skills

Self-motivated and proactive

Task management under deadlines

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

E-filing systems

Legal citation tools

Job description

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt seeks a full-time Legal Assistant in our Vancouver, WA office. The role supports lawyers in the litigation practice with e-filing and document management across federal, state, and appellate courts.

Hybrid work policy allows remote Mondays and Fridays; in-person onboarding 30 days, Monday–Friday, to integrate with systems and colleagues. 5+ years of litigation experience and an associate's degree are preferred.