Legal Staff Paralegal in Seattle, WA

Law Firm

Seattle, WA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Seattle, WA

Legal Staff

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This high-powered, long-established firm offers great opportunities for top-notch candidates seeking rapid growth and high volume in intellectual property and dozens of other challenging practices. We really have a lot of good things to say about this firm because the firm seems to consistently set a high mark for itself in numerous, numerous categories. For example, the attorneys in this firm are all almost universally very nice people to work with and this firm puts a real powerful emphasis on quality of life issues for both its associates and partners. Without exception, the firm’s attorneys claim they are treated with a tremendous amount of respect – the firm is genuinely interested in making long-term relationships with people. Management is extraordinarily introspective about the candidates they interview – according to one candidate, the firm is “almost philosophical” in its approach towards recruiting. Attorneys here typically bill in the 1800 range.
Legal Client Program Coordinator (Junior Paralegal/Project Manager) Duties: Type, proofread, format and edit correspondence and other legal documents, with short notice and tight deadlines. Collect, organize, and save data and documents on a daily basis. Frequent communication by telephone, email, and mail with outside parties such as creditors and debtors; counsel within and outside the firm; project team members; clients; and various other individuals, entities and agencies. Answer, screen, and respond to phone calls. Accurately and completely record billable time spent and tasks performed in accordance with firm policy and client-imposed billing protocols; enter and release time promptly in compliance with the firms announced deadlines. Initiate conflict checks. Escalate priority matters to appropriate individuals attention.

Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED certification. 1+ years as a legal assistant or substantial law-related undergraduate coursework. Strong skills in word processing and computer use: ability to type 65 wpm with high accuracy. Proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat or Nuance. Ability to perform internet research. Knowledge of Intapp Time, NetDocuments, and SharePoint sites is a plus. Knowledge of office equipment such as copiers, printers and scanners. High attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materials. High level of energy; able to work at a fast pace; multitask; and prioritize tasks. Excellent grammar, proofreading and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented, service focused environment and to handle stressful situations in calm, composed manner. Ability to understand and follow work instructions with minimal supervision. Availability and willingness to work overtime as needed or requested. Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, with all levels of a professional services organization, including interpersonal skills. Strong customer service, analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and independently. Must be a team player and have ability to work independently, with minimal supervision. Availability and willingness to work overtime as needed or requested. Previous experience in a law firm or professional services organization, supporting a multi-office environment, preferred.