Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Support Assistant position in our Seattle Office.

This position is on-site 5-days per week in our Seattle office. 

The Position

We are seeking a Legal Support Assistant to join our team and serve as a key support resource within a fast-paced law firm environment. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience and grow within the legal profession.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you’ll support attorneys and Legal Administrative Assistants while helping maintain a professional and welcoming office environment. Responsibilities include:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area
• Answer, screen, route, and respond to incoming phone calls and messages
• Greet, screen, and direct visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
• Assist with opening and closing client matters
• Receive, sort, and distribute electronic notices, U.S. mail, faxes, and other documents
• Help organize and maintain physical and electronic files within the firm’s document management systems
• Assist with client invoicing, including submission and verification of billing documentation
• Support the submission of vendor bills and check requests
• Research and respond to client billing inquiries
• Manage and update information using Excel spreadsheets
• Provide general administrative support to the office and team as needed

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 1 year of administrative or clerical experience in an office setting
• Prior law firm experience is helpful but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional phone etiquette and customer service mindset
• High attention to detail with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Comfort handling confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with document management or legal software is a plus
• Willingness to work in person in an office environment

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Paralegal position in our Seattle Office.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days in the office and the option of two remote workdays each week.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a critical role in case preparation by obtaining medical records through authorizations and subpoenas, ensuring timely follow-ups with providers.
• Maintain and streamline case data with well-structured discovery and records organizational charts to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct vital research by issuing Public Records Requests and performing background investigations to support litigation strategy.
• Analyze and summarize medical records summaries and medical treatment chronologies that provide crucial case insights.
• Draft and prepare answers to Complaints. Support attorneys in depositions and discovery by preparing discovery requests and responses, witness disclosures, supporting declarations, and affidavits for ongoing matters.
• Support attorneys in depositions and discovery by summarizing transcripts, managing key documents, and ensuring timely follow-ups on requests.
• Manage and prepare document productions efficiently by reviewing, analyzing, and organizing files from insured.
• Communicate with client and claim representatives to ensure timely completion of discovery requests.
• Prepare and organize materials for expert witness review, ensuring they have the necessary documentation for case assessments.
• Keep case files impeccably organized and accessible, ensuring a smooth workflow for attorneys and litigation teams.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to maintain a strong team dynamic and ensure smooth case progression.
• Provide comprehensive trial preparation support, including deposition designations, witness and exhibit management, preparation of pretrial materials, and coordination of trial logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a strong preference for those with insurance defense experience.
• Demonstrated experience billing time as a paralegal, with an understanding of law-firm billing practices and expectations.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, ensuring clarity in documentation and correspondence.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, balancing multiple tasks with precision and efficiency.
• Proven ability to draft written discovery and maintain detailed records of received documents.
• Highly organized and detailed-oriented, with a keen ability to manage large volumes of case materials.
• Tech-savvy with sophisticated technical skills, including proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.