Legal Assistant

Jobot; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day work week

PTO 160 hours

Medical insurance largely covered

Autonomy in high-visibility role

Job summary

Jobot, a top Personal Injury law firm in Washington since 1999, seeks a Legal Assistant for our Federal Way office. This permanent, on-site role features a four-day work week (Mon-Thu unless court requires Friday) and opportunities to advance alongside attorneys in a fast-paced team.

Join a dynamic legal team: prepare documents, manage calendars, communicate with clients and courts, and maintain confidential files.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant or in a comparable legal support role.
• Proven ability to manage cases, maintain files, and perform accurate data entry.
• Experience in legal document preparation, client communication, document review, and litigation support.
• Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and deadlines.
• Excellent legal writing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with case management systems and electronic filing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize legal documents for attorney review.
• Draft correspondence and legal communications with accuracy and tone.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and others.
• Maintain calendars and deadlines for hearings and filings.
• Review documents for completeness and flag discrepancies.
• Assist with legal case evaluation by gathering records and summaries.
• Maintain accurate case management records and data entry.
• Manage electronic and physical files with confidentiality.
• Follow court procedures and internal processes for filings.
• Anticipate needs and help meet critical deadlines.

Skills

Legal document prep

Client communication

Litigation support

Case evaluation

Data entry

Organization

Deadline management

Tools

Case management system

Document management

Word processing

Electronic filing

Job description

Legal Assistant

$50000 - $70000 per year | Auburn, WA | On-site | Permanent

4 day Work Week

4 day work week! Monday-Thursday unless court requires Friday

A bit about us:

We are a top Personal Injury law firm in Washington since 1999 and have recovered over $100 M in damages for our clients. We provide compassionate legal representation for clients injured in car accidents or from medical malpractice and offer personalized attention to our diverse clientele.

We are seeking an exceptional paralegal to join our team onsite in our Federal Way office.

Why join us?

• 4 day work week! Monday-Thursday unless court requires Friday
• 160 hours of PTO!
• Medical Insurance cost largely covered
• Autonomy in a high visibility role

Job Details

Job Details

Join a dynamic legal team as a Permanent Legal Assistant and play a vital role in moving cases forward. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives on precision, enjoys client interaction, and takes pride in keeping complex legal matters organized. You will work closely with attorneys, support litigation activities, and help deliver responsive, high-quality legal services.

This permanent position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution through strong legal knowledge, exceptional organization, and proactive case support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and organize legal documents, pleadings, motions, and other case materials for attorney review.
• Draft clear, professional correspondence and legal communications, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and appropriate tone.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties to coordinate information, provide authorized updates, and arrange meetings.
• Support litigation activities by maintaining calendars, tracking deadlines, coordinating filings, and preparing materials for hearings, depositions, and trial.
• Review documents for completeness, accuracy, and relevance, flagging discrepancies or missing information for attorney attention.
• Assist attorneys with legal case evaluation by gathering records, organizing evidence, and preparing factual summaries.
• Maintain accurate case management records through timely data entry, status updates, and careful tracking of case activity.
• Manage electronic and physical files, ensuring documents are accessible, properly organized, and handled confidentially.
• Follow applicable legal procedures, court requirements, and internal processes when preparing documents and supporting filings.
• Anticipate administrative and case-related needs, prioritize competing assignments, and help the legal team meet critical deadlines.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant or in a comparable legal support role.
• Demonstrated experience in legal document preparation, client communication, document review, litigation support, and legal case evaluation support, or equivalent competencies.
• Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, filing requirements, and deadline management.
• Proven ability to manage cases, maintain files, and perform accurate data entry.
• Excellent legal writing, proofreading, and correspondence-drafting skills, with close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with case management systems, document management tools, word processing applications, and electronic filing platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional communication skills, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach.
• Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and appropriate boundaries when supporting attorneys and communicating with clients.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal support colleagues.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.