Legal Assistant

W3Global; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Orca Card

Free parking

Generous PTO

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

W3Global in Seattle, WA is seeking a dependable Legal Assistant to support attorneys with drafting, proofreading, calendaring, and administrative tasks. The role is full-time and in-person, with a competitive salary and benefits.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of legal support experience, strong proofreading skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a legal assistant or in a related role.
• Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and protocols.
• Proficiency in e-filing.
• Exceptional proofreading skills and a meticulous eye for detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage the attorney's calendar, scheduling appointments, court dates, and meetings efficiently.
• Handle communication with clients, respond to inquiries, and provide updates as necessary.
• Execute e-filing procedures, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and deadlines.

Skills

Proofreading

Multitasking

Administrative support

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Legal terminology

Tools

E-filing

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong proofreading skills and the ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This position entails a range of tasks, including drafting legal correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, and performing other administrative duties. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Drafting and Proofreading: Draft and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Calendaring: Manage the attorney's calendar, scheduling appointments, court dates, and meetings efficiently.
• Client Communication: Handle communication with clients, respond to inquiries, and provide updates as necessary.
• E-Filing: Execute e-filing procedures, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience as a legal assistant or in a related role.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and protocols.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in e-filing.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional proofreading skills and a meticulous eye for detail.
• Multi-Tasking: Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Dependability: Reliable with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Orca Card for public transportation
• Free parking
• Generous PTO policy
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Schedule: 8-hour shift
• Ability to Commute: Seattle, WA 98109 (Required)
• Work Location: In person