Legal Assistant

Overview

This role supports attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense matters. The position involves drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial preparation, and communicating with clients and courts while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks
• Docket deadlines
• Coordinate attorney travel arrangements
• Format pleadings and correspondence
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls
• Assist with trial preparation
• File and e-file documents in State and Federal Courts
• Assist with document management and file organization

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant
• Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
• Experience with state and federal court filings in Washington
• High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Articulate, organized, and a team player with excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $33–$43/hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700–$1,700)
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• 401(k) program: 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Vacation time accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)

Work Schedule & Additional Information

• 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
• Flexible work options available

Location

Washington (experience with state and federal court filings in Washington required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Insurance defense and/or personal injury experience is preferred

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Notice

No recruiters/agencies.