What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Reed Longyear Malnati Corwin & Burnett, PLLC?
This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week of onsite work in our Seattle office.
Reed Longyear is seeking a full-time Paralegal to join our Litigation practice. Any applicant must have practical knowledge of general civil litigation in King County and be comfortable referencing local rules and procedures for other counties. This position supports attorneys who practice in probate litigation, commercial transactions and litigation, employment law, real estate disputes and personal injury.
Reed Longyear is a well-established and long-standing general practice firm in downtown Seattle with strong ties to the local community. We are close to transit centers, ferries, and the King County courthouse. We cultivate a collaborative atmosphere, offer strong benefits, and friendly co-workers. We look forward to finding the ideal candidate to join our team.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- At least three (3) years of Paralegal experience
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree required
- Paralegal Certification preferred
- Drafting pleadings, compiling exhibits, and filing documents during the course of litigation
- Assisting attorneys in propounding and responding to discovery
- Supporting attorneys during trial preparation and trial
- Overall case management, including calendaring and meeting deadlines, communicating with clients and other parties, and ability to self-direct regarding routine and anticipated matters
- Strong writing skills for drafting routine to complex letters, emails to clients and counsel, and pleadings
- Familiarity with Practice Master or other practice management software (or the ability to quickly learn new software)
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office
- High proficiency with use of calendaring software to ensure court filing and other deadlines are met
- Proficiency with Excel or other accounting software
- Detail-oriented, pride in work, self-starter
Benefits offered:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Commuter benefit
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off (accruing 16 days throughout the year)
- Paid holidays (10 annually)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred)
- Litigation: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98104
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000