Litigation Paralegal

LHH; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (95% employer-paid)

401(k) with up to 10% firm contribution

Paid Time Off up to 128 hours per year

Job summary

A well-established law practice in Seattle is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to assist in preparing legal documents, conducting research, and communicating with clients and court officials. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of litigation paralegal experience and be detail-oriented with strong communication skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off and a 401(k) with firm match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong research and writing skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing arguments and drafting legal documents.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and service providers.
• Conduct legal research and locate relevant cases.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication abilities

Detail-oriented

Time management

Job description

LHH is working with a well-established, multi-specialty law practice that is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing arguments and drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, stipulations, discovery requests and responses, complaints, and demand letters
• Communicate with clients, potential clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, court reporters, court officials, and service providers
• Identify, locate, and interview relevant witnesses and experts
• Investigate cases by requesting and reviewing documents, analyzing legal issues, and performing fact-checking
• Conduct legal research and locate cases, opinions, reports, and related materials
• Coordinate with ESI vendors on document collection, review, and production
• Review, organize, and assist with the production of documents using electronic review platforms
• Summarize legal documents, medical records, employment files, and related materials
• Organize and maintain case files and document databases
• Assist with trial, pretrial, and motion preparation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Detail-oriented with exceptional proofreading skills
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work closely with multiple attorneys and staff
• Strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (95% employer-paid for employee coverage)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 10% firm contribution/profit-sharing match
• Paid Time Off accrued up to 128 hours (16 days) per year, plus 10 paid holidays (prorated based on hire date)
• Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state law
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 6 weeks)
• Health Savings Account with $150 quarterly employer contribution
• Commuter benefits, including $14/month ORCA transit pass
• Additional voluntary benefits, such as pet insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers