Litigation Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a high-volume wage and hour class action practice. The role is on-site and direct-hire, offering collaboration with seasoned attorneys across locations and exposure to complex, plaintiff-side litigation against large employers.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of litigation support, strong civil litigation background, and paralegal certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience with employment law or class action litigation preferred.
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.

Responsibilities

• Support plaintiff-side wage and hour class action litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft, prepare, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and summarize statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal authorities.
• Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, pleadings, deposition materials, and evidence.
• Coordinate document management and maintain litigation databases.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, and court appearances.
• Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries.
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely completion of filings and litigation tasks.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff on a high-volume caseload.
• Assist with additional litigation projects as assigned.

Skills

Litigation experience

Employment/class action knowledge

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Prioritization

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Seattle, Washington

Schedule: Full-time, On-site

Pay Rate: $30-$40/hr.

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a rapidly growing plaintiff-side litigation firm to hire an experienced Litigation Paralegal for its expanding Seattle office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team focused exclusively on high-volume wage and hour class action litigation representing large groups of employees in complex cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies.

The firm is continuing its expansion throughout the Pacific Northwest and offers the opportunity to join a growing office while collaborating with experienced attorneys and legal professionals across multiple locations. The organization is known for its ethical approach, client-focused representation, strong work-life balance, and long-term commitment to growth.

Responsibilities

• Support plaintiff-side wage and hour class action litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft, prepare, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, affidavits, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and summarize statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal authorities
• Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, pleadings, deposition materials, and evidence
• Coordinate document management and maintain litigation databases
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, and court appearances
• Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely completion of filings and litigation tasks
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff on a high-volume caseload
• Assist with additional litigation projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience
• Experience with employment law or class action litigation is preferred, but candidates with strong civil litigation experience are encouraged to apply
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, discovery, and trial preparation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal case management software

The Ideal Candidate

• Takes initiative and works proactively without requiring constant direction
• Thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys managing a busy caseload
• Works collaboratively with attorneys and legal staff
• Possesses a strong work ethic and enjoys being actively engaged in litigation
• Professional, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $30.00 to $40.00 per hour

Search managed by: Keaton Anderson

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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