Paralegal

LHH; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: 50% employer-paid employee

SIMPLE IRA match

Parking provided

PTO accrual 0.05 hours per hour

Bellevue Collection discount

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Paralegal for a landlord/tenant and civil litigation practice in Bellevue, WA. This fully onsite role manages cases from intake to resolution, coordinates with clients and courts, and supports attorneys in landlord-tenant and civil matters.

The ideal candidate will have paralegal experience in civil litigation, strong calendaring and document management, and the ability to handle high-volume caseloads with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Prior paralegal experience in civil litigation required.
• Experience handling landlord-tenant or eviction matters preferred.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and deadlines.
• Strong calendaring, filing, and case management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from intake through resolution.
• Prepare, file, and organize legal documents.
• Maintain court calendars and monitor deadlines across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist attorneys with landlord-tenant and civil litigation matters.
• Track deadlines and proactively address case needs.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with county-specific filing requirements.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Civil litigation

High-volume caseload

Calendaring

Attention to detail

Tools

WA eFiling

Job description

Paralegal – Landlord/Tenant & Civil Litigation

Location: Bellevue, WA (Fully Onsite)

Compensation: $60,000–$100,000 DOE

About the Firm

LHH has partnered with a growing Bellevue-based law firm with a strong focus on landlord representation is seeking a Paralegal to join its collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning their work, managing cases from start to finish, and working closely with clients and attorneys in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from intake through resolution
• Prepare, file, and organize legal documents
• Maintain court calendars and monitor deadlines across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Assist attorneys with landlord-tenant and civil litigation matters
• Track deadlines and proactively address case needs
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with county-specific filing requirements

Qualifications

• Prior paralegal experience in civil litigation required
• Experience handling landlord-tenant or eviction matters strongly preferred
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and competing deadlines
• Strong calendaring, filing, and case management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• Strong sense of accountability, ownership, and professionalism

Preferred Experience

• Collections
• Foreclosure
• WA eFiling
• Exposure to Oregon filings is a plus!
• Bankruptcy-related matters

What They're Looking For

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing their own workload with minimal oversight. The firm values professionals who identify issues early, take ownership of challenges, and communicate effectively. Accuracy, accountability, and follow-through are critical to success in this role.

Firm Culture

• Fully onsite, collaborative environment: 8:30am - 5:30pm
• Open office setting with a close-knit team
• Strong mentorship and growth potential
• Team-oriented culture where everyone is willing to jump in and help
• Variety of work with opportunities for significant client interaction
• Medical: 50% employer-paid employee premium (Kaiser Permanente WA)
• 3% SIMPLE IRA match
• Parking provided
• Bellevue Collection "Collection Perks" discount program
• PTO accrual of 0.05 hours per hour worked

*This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $60,000 - $100,000 per year and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers