Paralegal II - Litigation Section

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

County-provided laptop

Job summary

The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) seeks a Paralegal II to support Civil Division litigation. You will collaborate with Prosecuting Attorneys on case preparation, discovery management, and document review.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years Civil litigation experience and strong knowledge of legal procedures and software. This hybrid Seattle position requires in-office presence several days weekly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Civil litigation experience in personal injury, tort, or employment.
• 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 and Relativity eDiscovery platform.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and accurately.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and conduct business professionally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, investigate, compile, review, and document information in tort and employment lawsuits.
• Oversee case organization, analyze and prepare complex discovery, manage electronic discovery, and assist with trial prep.
• Draft, prepare, and respond to a variety of legal documents such as complaints, answers, briefs, discovery, motions, and replies.
• Read and summarize deposition transcripts, medical and employment records and other docs.
• Draft letters, memos, and other correspondence.
• Attend Race, Equity and Social Justice trainings; participate in related discussions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal office practices

Washington court rules

Relativity eDiscovery

Document management

Time management

Confidentiality

Independent work

Interview & research

Written communication

Team collaboration

Technical proficiency

Tools

Legal Files software

Relativity eDiscovery

Microsoft Word

Adobe Pro

Excel

Job description

The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO) is looking for a highly motivated and experienced legal professional to join our team as a Paralegal II in the Litigation Section of our Civil Division. The Paralegal II will provide full clerical support for a group of Prosecuting Attorneys in the Litigation Section of the Civil Division and perform a vital role in the work of the Department. The Paralegal II will work closely with attorneys 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

Our mission is to do Justice:

• 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.

We are guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Professionalism, and Leadership.

Our office is comprised of six divisions that are further organized into specialized units: To learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (PAO), please visit our website.

• 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 other duties as assigned

• 5+ years Civil litigation experience in personal injury, tort, or employment
• 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 softwareKnowledge 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 relationships 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.

Who May Apply:

This position is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Work Location:

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

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.

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.

Salary:

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

* 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.

Union Membership:

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

Selection Process:

Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

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.