Paralegal

2-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

# Paralegal at Law Firm

Law Firm is looking for an experienced paralegal to join our family law team! As a paralegal, you will be responsible for client communication, scheduling, docketing deadlines, conferring with opposing parties and opposing counsels and with the Court. This position requires case management skills, including producing, organizing, and maintaining pleadings; preparation of and answering discovery; drafting of simple motions in consultation with attorneys; filing documents with the various courts; conducting research, and assisting in preparing materials for mediation and trials. The position will be based in our Bellevue office with some opportunity for remote work.

## Qualifications

For the position of paralegal at Law Firm, applicants must have the following qualifications:

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* Knowledge of the Washington State court rules and procedures related to motion practice in the counties of King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties. Experience with Kitsap and Thurston Counties would be an excellent bonus.
* Experience with Dropbox/Adobe/MS Office 365/Linx/Odyssey/Family Soft/Amicus Attorney (or similar attorney programs) or the ability to learn any of listed systems quickly
* Excellent writing skills
* Willingness and ability to work both as a team and individually
* Stable internet and phone access
* Ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultural, educational, ethnic, generational, and socioeconomic backgrounds
* Ability to communicate effectively and clearly

## Company Description

Law Firm is a small law firm practicing solely in the area of family law. We have three full-time attorneys and one of-counsel that is transitioning out of full-time practice. Although, we are a small firm, we have a strong reputation in our community as dedicated and experienced family law attorneys.

## Salary

$24-27 an hour (dependent on level of experience)

## Job Type

Full-time

We are looking to fill this position immediately. We are currently scheduled to interview applicants on a rolling basis with the intent to hire the first qualified candidate. Interviews will be conducted via video conference using Zoom.

## Documents Required with Application

Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter as part of their application.

Knowledge of Washington State court rules and procedures related to motion practice in the counties of King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties; Experience with Kitsap and Thurston Counties; Dropbox/Adobe/MS Office 365/Linx/Odyssey/Family Soft/Amicus Attorney (or similar attorney programs); Excellent writing skills; Ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultural, educational, ethnic, generational, and socioeconomic backgrounds; Ability to communicate effectively and clearly

Submit resume and cover letter

Qualification and Experience At least two years of experience as a paralegal (ideally in family law)

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