Paralegal

Lawyers for Justice, PC; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Lawyers for Justice in Seattle is seeking a Paralegal to join our Legal Support team. The role emphasizes drafting and filing legal documents, researching statutes and case law, and supporting a growing Washington practice.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines while communicating effectively with attorneys, clients, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files and evidence.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, including attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Assists general counsel with special projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Legal research

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paralegal

Department: Legal Support

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Seattle

Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 / hour

Description

The Paralegal will join our expansion into the State of Washington, supporting a talented team of Seattle-based professionals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, drafting and filing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits, and researching statutes, regulations, and case law. Our caseload throughout Washington is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and committed to helping us meet all our clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Qualification

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate
• Must have 5 years of experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for Performance Based Discretionary Bonus & Merit Increases