Hybrid Litigation Paralegal: Trial Prep & Discovery

Schwabe; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) / Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Transit subsidy

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt seeks a full-time paralegal in Seattle to support a litigation practice with high-quality, detail-driven paralegal work. The role requires strong organization and adaptability to shifting priorities.

The firm offers a hybrid work policy, allowing work from home Monday and Friday, with in-office days Tuesday–Thursday. The first 30 days are in-person for onboarding and system training.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience.
• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state, local, and federal rules and procedures.
• Experience with discovery management tools and e-discovery platforms.
• Proven trial preparation and courtroom support experience.
• Excellent client communication and professional demeanor.
• Proficiency with legal tech and document management systems (e.g., iManage, Relativity, CaseMap, OnCue).

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation cases from inception through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and other substantive legal documents.
• Support creditors’ rights activities including Bankruptcy filings/monitoring, and judgment collection.
• Oversee discovery, including document review, vendor coordination, and strategy recommendations.
• Lead trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and courtroom support.
• Assist with settlement and mediation, including preparation of supporting materials.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and witnesses.

Skills

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Client communication

Legal tech tools

Paralegal experience

Education

Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies

Tools

iManage

Relativity

CaseMap

OnCue

Job description

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt seeks a full-time paralegal in Seattle to support a litigation practice with high-quality, detail-driven paralegal work. The role requires strong organization and adaptability to shifting priorities.

The firm offers a hybrid work policy, allowing work from home Monday and Friday, with in-office days Tuesday–Thursday. The first 30 days are in-person for onboarding and system training.