Paralegal

WATHEN, LEID, HALL & RIDER P.C.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a paralegal to assist attorneys at all stages of litigation. The ideal candidate will conduct legal research, draft documents, manage case files, and communicate effectively with clients and witnesses. This full-time position requires 2-3 years of paralegal experience and a paralegal certificate from an accredited program. Additional skills in Excel and notary public certification are advantageous. Candidates must be able to commute to Seattle, WA 98109.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of paralegal experience.
• Notary Public certification is a plus.
• Comfortable drafting interrogatories and pleadings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal fact and basic legal research.
• Draft legal documents, including interrogatories and other pleadings.
• Manage case files and correspond with clients and witnesses.
• Assist with trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Client communication

Case management

Excel proficiency

Education

Paralegal Certificate from an accredited paralegal program

Job description

The ideal candidate will assist attorneys at all stages of litigation. This candidate should feel comfortable conducting research, communicating with clients and witnesses, maintaining case files, and legal drafting.

Responsibilities

• Legal fact and basic legal research
• Drafting legal documents, including interrogatories and other pleadings
• Manage case files
• Corresponding with clients and witnesses
• Assist with trial prep

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of paralegal experience
• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited paralegal program
• Notary Public is a plus
• Proficient in Excel
• Must be comfortable drafting interrogatories and other pleadings

Job Type: Full-time

Experience

• Paralegal: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Seattle, WA 98109 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Seattle, WA 98109: Relocate before starting work (Required)