Litigation Legal Assistant

NALS; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Parental leave

Transportation subsidy

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lasher invites applications for a full-time Legal Assistant to support two attorneys across civil, commercial, and trust & estates litigation. The role emphasizes strong case management and exceptional client service in a fast-paced setting, with potential assignment adjustments as needed.

The position reports to the Firm Administrator and is part of the Legal Assistant group, offering a structured path and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in litigation.
• Electronic case filing experience required.
• College degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a link between the client and attorney – handling client questions and concerns.
• Draft correspondence and routine pleadings under supervision of attorney.
• Maintain up-to-date case files for pleadings, correspondence, etc.
• File pleadings with court, noting and confirming motions, etc.
• Maintain attorney calendars, trial calendars, motions calendars, and tracking case schedules.
• Coordinate witnesses and opposing counsel; schedule court reporters.
• Prepare papers for services and follow-up on subpoenas.
• Obtain employment, financial, medical records, etc.; verify information.
• Arrange expert services, mediators, arbitrators, etc.
• Schedule meetings including mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare and number exhibits for trial; organize and index documents.
• Create and maintain forms and templates for efficiency.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Litigation support

Client communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

OVERVIEW

Lasher invites applications for a full-time Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to two designated attorneys. Serving a key role within our civil, commercial, and trust and estates litigation practices, the ideal candidate brings strong case management skills and a commitment to exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment. (Note: Attorney assignments may adjust based on firm needs.)

This position reports to the Firm Administrator and is part of the Legal Assistant group.

SCHEDULE

Full-time 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (a 37.5-hour work week). After successful completion of an orientation period (usually 90 days), this position is eligible to work from home one day per week.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

• 401(k) retirement plan and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental leave
• Transportation subsidy
• Vision insurance

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE

$65,000 to $90,000 (dependent upon experience)

WORKING CONDITIONS

No hazardous conditions (i.e. a typical office).

RELATED INFORMATION

In no instance should the duties, responsibilities and requirements delineated in this document be interpreted as all-inclusive.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION

Formal performance evaluations are normally conducted after the first 90 days and annually on the anniversary of date of hire or promotion.

Employee’s performance is evaluated in the following categories: quality; productivity; job knowledge; reliability; independence; planning and organization; problem solving; judgment; creativity; initiative; communication; adaptability; interpersonal relationships; adherence to policy; and attendance.

Other communications regarding job performance and expectations may take place from time to time and can be initiated by either Lasher management or the employee.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Provide a link between the client and attorney – handling client questions and concerns.
• Draft correspondence and routine pleadings under supervision of attorney.
• Maintain up-to-date case files for pleadings, correspondence, etc.
• File pleadings with court, noting and confirming motions, etc.
• With assistance from Docketing Clerk, maintain attorney calendars, trial calendars, motions calendars, and tracking case schedules.
• Contact witnesses and opposing counsel to coordinate dates, times, and locations. Schedule court reporters.
• Prepare papers for services and follow-up on process service (preparing & serving Subpoenas).
• Obtain employment, financial, medical, records, etc. - serving subpoenas, generating correspondence, verifying receipt of complete and correct information and follow-up as needed.
• Arrange for and schedule expert services as well as mediators, arbitrators, etc.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings including mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare and number exhibits for trial. Prepare notebooks for mediation, arbitration, hearings, and trials including document organization and indexing.
• Create and maintain appropriate forms and templates ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in litigation, trust and estates litigation, or a related practice area;
• Electronic case filing experience required;
• College degree preferred (not required);
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems;
• Must be extremely detail oriented and produce accurate work;
• Must be able to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced work environment;
• Must be organized and have great follow-through skills;
• Must be solution driven and customer-service oriented;
• Must be comfortable approaching clients and individuals at all levels within the firm by telephone, email correspondence, and in person with confidence and clarity;
• Excellent verbal and communication skills (particularly written);
• Strong people skills are imperative;
• Ability to solve problems in a methodical, practical way;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team; and
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. and be able to be on your feet during the day.