Senior Civil Litigation Paralegal – Discovery & Trial Prep

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Laptop provided

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) is seeking a Paralegal II to support Civil Division litigators in the Litigation Section. You will assist with preparing lawsuits, managing discovery, and summarizing records.

The role requires teamwork with attorneys to keep cases organized and on track. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, reviewing transcripts and medical records, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Civil litigation experience in personal injury, tort, or employment.
• Knowledge of legal office practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with court rules at local, state, and federal levels.
• Experience with electronic discovery and complex document review.
• Ability to handle confidential information and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research, investigate, compile, review, and document information for tort and employment lawsuits.
• Oversee case organization, manage complex discovery and electronic discovery, and assist with trial prep.
• Draft and respond to legal documents including complaints, answers, briefs, motions, and letters.
• Read and summarize deposition transcripts and related records.
• Prepare correspondence and maintain attorney-client confidentiality.
• Attend trainings on Race, Equity and Social Justice and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal knowledge

Discovery management

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Research and analysis

Tools

Relativity eDiscovery

Legal Files software

Word

Adobe Pro

Excel

Job description

The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) is seeking a Paralegal II to support Civil Division litigators in the Litigation Section. You will assist with preparing lawsuits, managing discovery, and summarizing records.

The role requires teamwork with attorneys to keep cases organized and on track. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, reviewing transcripts and medical records, and maintaining confidentiality.