Legal Assistant

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance and short

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) seeks a Legal Assistant in our Seattle office to support attorneys handling a high-volume civil litigation defense caseload.

The role emphasizes drafting and formatting pleadings, managing calendars, scheduling deposits and hearings, e-filing in Washington courts, and providing trial preparation support, with opportunities for growth within the national law firm.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation defense.
• Strong knowledge of Washington court procedures and e-filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and related office software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and format legal documents under attorney direction.
• Maintain attorney calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial settings.
• Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings.
• Organize and maintain case files (physical and electronic).
• Prepare, issue, and track subpoenas and other records requests.
• Handle state and federal e-filing in Washington courts; PACER experience a plus.
• Monitor case progress and escalate issues to attorneys.
• Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and case materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with time entry, billing support, and general administrative functions.
• Perform additional litigation support duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal document drafting

Calendar management

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority- and women-owned law firm in the United States, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Seattle office. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Legal Assistant will support attorneys handling a high-volume caseload of civil litigation defense matters. This is a hands-on role that requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing deadlines, and a proactive approach to supporting attorneys and the broader litigation team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence under attorney direction
• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial settings
• Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings
• Organize and maintain case files (physical and electronic), ensuring accuracy and accessibility
• Prepare, issue, and track subpoenas and other records requests
• Handle state and federal e-filing in Washington courts; PACER experience a plus
• Monitor case progress and proactively elevate issues requiring attorney involvement
• Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, binders, and case materials
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel
• Assist with time entry, billing support, and general administrative functions
• Perform additional litigation support duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation defense, preferably in a high-volume law firm environment
• Strong knowledge of Washington court procedures and e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

What We Offer

QPWB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm