Litigation Practice Assistant (Legal Assistant/Secretary)

3-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Litigation Practice Assistant (Legal Assistant/Secretary)
Experience: At least 3 years in legal administrative support, preferably in litigation law
Salary Range: $57,000 - $95,000 (based on market location)
Location: Seattle, WA
Company: Stoel Rives LLP

Introduction:

Stoel Rives LLP, a leading . corporate and litigation law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Practice Assistant to join our Seattle office. This position provides essential legal and administrative support to attorneys in the Litigation practice group. We offer a competitive salary range of $57,000 - $95,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and file legal documents, including pleadings, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Handle word processing tasks, such as transcription, formatting, and document comparison
- Manage timekeeping and billing processes, including entering time entries, reviewing prebills and invoices, and resolving billing issues
- Communicate with clients and outside counsel, arrange travel, and coordinate client holiday cards and gifts
- Work collaboratively with the practice assistant team and provide coverage during times of need
- Manage file and document management tasks, such as scanning, organizing, and retrieving documents
- Assist with other administrative tasks, including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings, and complying with firm policies

Essential Capabilities:

- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn and effectively use firm-specific software

Technical Knowledge:

- Typing speed of 50+ wpm with accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Familiarity with law firm software, such as iManage, Adobe Acrobat, and WestlawNext, preferred

Physical/Mental Capabilities:

- Ability to operate office equipment, read and comprehend notes and instructions, and type for extended periods of time
- Accuracy in proofreading and recording phone messages
- Ability to carry files and documents for short distances

Education and Experience:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- At least 3 years of experience in legal administrative support, preferably in litigation law
- Certificate or college degree in administrative assistant, legal assistant/secretary, or paralegal program, or related field, may substitute for one year of work experience
- Familiarity with local state and federal court procedures and electronic filing preferred
- Basic understanding of accounting preferred

Normal Work Hours:

- Non-exempt position eligible for overtime compensation
- Possibility of remote work flexibility after 60 days of employment
- Regular office hours of 8:30 . to 5:00 ., Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed

How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives:

- Competitive base compensation, with potential for bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package, including paid family & medical leave, PTO, and remote work options
- Robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options
- Generous firm-contributed health savings account and pre-tax transportation/parking plan
- Opportunities for professional growth and development

About Stoel Rives LLP:

- Leading . corporate and litigation law firm
- Focus on energy, natural resources, environmental and climate change, agribusiness, food and beverage, health care, life sciences, and technology industries
- More than 350 attorneys in 10 offices across 7 states and the District of Columbia
- Leader in regulatory and compliance matters, business, labor and employment law, intellectual property, land use, real estate development, and construction law

Stoel Rives LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Annual discretionary bonus, paid family & medical leave, competitive PTO, remote work options, medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA, Voluntary Life, ADD, LTC, firm-contributed health savings account, pre-tax transportation/parking plan, employer subsidy, annual contribution to retirement plan.

Fluent in English

Legal document preparation, word processing, timekeeping, billing, client service, teamwork, file and document management, administrative support, confidentiality, prioritization, resource coordination, multitasking, professional demeanor, learning, flexibility, initiative, problem-solving, independence, interpersonal skills, client service, communication, typing, Microsoft Office, law firm software, court procedures, electronic court filing, accounting, operating office equipment, reading comprehension, proofreading, phone operation, record keeping, file carrying.

High school diploma or GED

Interested candidates should submit their application through the company's online portal.

Qualification and Experience High school diploma or GED, 3+ years of experience in legal administrative support, certificate or degree in relevant field preferred, familiarity with court procedures and accounting preferred.

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