Litigation Legal Assistant

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in Seattle to support a busy litigation team. This temp-to-hire opportunity is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented candidate comfortable handling a mix of legal and administrative tasks in a fast-paced law firm.

The role is hybrid in Seattle, WA, with full-time hours and a pay range of $34-$41 per hour, depending on experience. A minimum of 5 years' experience in a legal support role and prior litigation exposure are

Qualifications

• 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 and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Skills

Litigation experience

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Client Details

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Beacon Hill's client, a Seattle defense firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation team.

Position Overview

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 & Schedule

Location: Seattle, WA 98104 - Hybrid schedule. The role will be fully in-office for the first two weeks, then transition to two days per week in the office after onboarding.

Duration & Contract

Duration: open-ended, with the potential to convert direct hire. Hours: Full-time. Pay: $34-$41/hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Equal Opportunity & EEO

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.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)