Paralegal II - Litigation Section

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) in Seattle seeks a Paralegal II to provide full clerical support for a group of prosecutors in the Civil Division. You will assist with preparing lawsuits, managing electronic discovery, trial prep, and summarizing medical/billing records.

Open to candidates with civil litigation experience; hybrid work with 2 in-office days/week, 40-hour week, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Civil litigation experience is required.
• Knowledge of court rules and procedures in WA is essential.
• Proficiency with legal filing systems and document management.

Responsibilities

• Research, investigate, compile, review, and document information in tort and employment lawsuits.
• Oversee case organization including discovery, document collection/review, and trial preparation.
• Draft and respond to legal documents (complaints, answers, motions, etc).
• Read and summarize depositions, medical and employment records, transcripts as required.
• Prepare letters, memos, and other correspondence.
• Attend Race, Equity and Social Justice trainings.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Knowledge of legal office practices

Knowledge of Washington local state &f

Knowledge of complex filing systems

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Professional discretion

Confidentiality

Independence & teamwork

Interview, analytics & research

Clear writing & grammar

Interpersonal relationships

Information systems access/utilization

MS Word/Adobe/Excel

Problem solving

Leadership

Feedback & coaching

Commitment to Race Equity & Social Jus

Tools

Legal Files software

Relativity eDiscovery platform

Job description

The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO) is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Paralegal II. The Paralegal II will provide full clerical support for a group of Prosecuting Attorneys in the Litigation Section of the Civil Division and performs a vital role in the work of the Department. The Paralegal II will work closely with the Paralegal II to prepare lawsuits for litigation. This can include assisting with managing electronic discovery, trial preparation, and summarization of medical and billing records.

We value diversity in our team and embrace the cultural and demographic qualities of the King County community. We work to attract and retain a team that represents the range of backgrounds and perspectives that arise from differences of culture and circumstances. We value the ideas and brilliance that come from lived experience. Candidates with such experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

• We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.
• We serve our diverse community, support victims and families, and hold individuals accountable.
• We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.

Who May Apply:

This position is open to all qualified applicants.

Work Location:

Columbia Tower, 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 600, Seattle, Washington

Work Schedule:

This position works a 40-hour work week schedule, normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is eligible for King County’s generous benefits package. Employees assigned to this position enjoy a hybrid work schedule that allows telecommuting, with a minimum of 2-days in office per week, subject to business needs and a telecommuting agreement. If a successful candidate is new to the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, they will be required to work in office three days a week for the first six months of employment.

Salary:

Range 51-$39.81 (step one)- $50.47 (step ten) hourly*

Union Membership:

Positions in this classification are represented by Teamsters Local No. 117.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

• Research, investigate, compile, review, and document relevant and responsive information in connection with allegations contained within tort and employment lawsuits filed against King County
• Oversee all aspects of case organization, including analyzation and preparation of complex discovery, conduct document collections, and document reviews, manage electronic discovery, and trial preparation
• Draft, prepare and respond to a variety of legal documents such as complaints, answers, briefs, discovery, motions, responses, replies, etc
• Read and summarize deposition transcripts, medical records, employment records, transcripts and other documents as required
• Draft and prepare letters, memos, and other correspondence
• Attend Race, Equity and Social Justice trainings including discussions
• Perform related work as required

• Civil litigation experience
• Knowledge of legal office practices and procedures
• Knowledge of Washington local, state, and federal court rules and policies and procedures
• Knowledge of complex filing systems
• Knowledge of Legal Files software
• Knowledge of Relativity eDiscovery platform
• Skill in remaining calm in high-stress situations and meeting deadlines
• Skill in working on numerous tasks simultaneously and accurately
• Skill in remaining objective, non-judgmental, and sensitive to a situation and in conducting business in a professional manner
• Ability to maintain office, attorney, and client confidentiality
• Skill in working independently and as a member of a team
• Skill in interview, analytic and research techniques
• Ability to prepare a variety of clear and concise written materials using proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with co-workers, clients, and others
• Ability to access and utilize information from various computer systems
• Skill in using computers and a variety of software such as Word, Adobe Pro and Excel
• Problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Ability to accept feedback and coaching
• Commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice work including ongoing cultural competence development

Special Requirements:

Finalists must successfully submit to a criminal background check, reference check, and be fingerprinted.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

* In addition to the benefits listed on the benefits tab, employees with less than 2 years of service will receive .25 per hour less than the hourly salary table due to a mandatory contribution toward the Teamsters Pension Trust that was voted by members of the collective bargaining agreement between our office and Teamsters Local No. 117. This contribution is made by the employee and after two years it is paid by the employer.