Legal Assistant - Washington

Farmers Group Inc.; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Farmers Group Inc. in Washington state is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Washington Staff Counsel team. This is a virtual position requiring civil litigation experience and strong secretarial skills.

You will manage attorney calendars, draft pleadings, coordinate multi-party appearances, and handle client communications. The role involves ensuring accuracy with court rules and deadlines, coordinating mail, and maintaining professional inquiries.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years civil litigation experience as a legal administration clerk, secretary or legal assistant.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains schedules and calendar for assigned attorney(s).
• Composes a variety of correspondence, pleadings and legal forms.
• Coordinates time and location of multi-party appearances (depositions, arbitrations, mediations, IMEs, site inspections).
• Answers telephone calls, emails and handles client inquiries.
• Receives and processes incoming mail.
• Contacts clients, witnesses, court reporters, interpreters, claims personnel to confirm appearances.
• Keeps up-to-date with court rules and deadlines.

Skills

Civil litigation

Secretarial

Calendar management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Legal Assistant - Washington

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We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

We are looking to add a Legal Assistant with Washington civil litigation experience to support our Washington Staff Counsel team! This is a virtual position.

Job Summary

Performs legal and secretarial tasks for assigned attorney(s), with supervision and oversight from their leader.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains schedules and calendar for assigned attorney(s).
• Composes a variety of correspondence, pleadings and various legal forms.
• Coordinates time and location of multi-party appearances, including depositions, arbitrations, mediations, Independent Medical Exams (IME’s) meetings and site inspections.
• Answers telephone calls, emails and handles client inquiries.
• Receives and processes incoming mail.
• Contacts clients, witnesses, court reporters, interpreters, claims personnel, and others to confirm scheduled appearances as instructed by assigned attorney(s).
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and keeps up-to-date with court rules and legal deadlines.

Physical Actions

This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Requirements

1-3 years experience in civil litigation as a legal administration clerk, secretary, or legal assistant required.

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location. o WA Only: $21.45 - $40.56
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Job Location(s): US - WA - Seattle, US - WA

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.