Legal Assistant

Beacon Hill; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 46,838 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in Seattle to support a busy litigation team. This temp-to-hire role requires at least 5 years of legal experience, ideally with litigation. Responsibilities include managing calendars, drafting legal documents, and providing overall administrative support while ensuring accuracy and professionalism. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers competitive pay between $34 to $41 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
• Strong understanding of court rules, filing procedures, and litigation workflow.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• File legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Legal terminology knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant | Seattle Defense Firm

A Seattle defense firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation team. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for the right fit and a strong opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a mix of legal and administrative support in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Location: Seattle, WA

Schedule: Must be able to work onsite for the first 2 weeks, then 2 days per week in office after onboarding

Compensation: Approximately $34 to $41 per hour, depending on experience

Position Overview

The firm is looking for a Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of experience in a legal setting, ideally with litigation experience. The right person will be comfortable supporting attorneys with calendaring, court filings, document preparation, case management, and day-to-day administrative support while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• File legal documents in state and federal courts in compliance with deadlines, court rules, and procedural requirements
• Timely serve legal documents to opposing counsel in accordance with applicable rules and agreements
• Open new case files and maintain organized electronic files
• Gather case information, calendar deadlines, and prepare initial correspondence to clients and opposing counsel
• Assist with case preparation, including exhibits, evidence, and related materials
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, vendors, insurance representatives, and court personnel
• Submit vendor invoices for timely processing
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role
• Prior litigation experience preferred
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, court rules, filing procedures, and litigation workflow
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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