Legal Staff Paralegal in Seattle, WA

Law Firm

Seattle, WA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Seattle, WA

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Direct communication with clients through pre-arranged meetings, drop-ins, phone calls, and emails, as well as interaction with attorneys and other professionals.
- Preparation of substantive letters and other documents necessary for legal proceedings.
- Development of case information and evidence by maintaining constant contact with clients, claims managers, vocational counselors, opposing counsel, and health care providers.
- Participation in conferences with medical providers and vocational rehabilitation counselors to support case development.
- Execution of filings at the Board and Courts as part of the litigation process.
- Provision of substantive support to paralegals and attorneys in various legal tasks.
- Facilitation of telephone meetings, mediations, and depositions for claims involved in litigation.
- Preparation of litigation notebooks, medical record requests, and follow-up on these requests.
- Receipt and review of discovery materials, medical records, and Board documents to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Organization, maintenance, and tracking of a large volume of cases and individual projects to ensure smooth workflow.

Education and Experience Information:
- The role requires a candidate who is good at multi-tasking and is highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
- The candidate must have the ability to independently draft substantive correspondence.
- The role demands working in a fast-paced environment and interacting with clients positively.
- Familiarity and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.
- The candidate should be energetic, flexible, and capable of handling interruptions and shifting focus when needed.

Salary Information:
- The position offers a salary range of - per hour, depending on experience (DOE).
- The role is full-time and includes employer-paid medical benefits covering health, dental, and vision.
- Additional benefits include paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Schedule:
- The position is full-time with an 8-hour shift schedule.
- Work location is in person.