Litigation Paralegal (Seattle)

Litigation Paralegal (Seattle)

Location Seattle, Washington 98121 Date Posted July 27, 2026 Job ID 15144 Employment Type Contract Pay rate $40/hour

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Temporary Litigation Paralegal for a respected civil litigation law firm. This is a temporary, hybrid opportunity based in Seattle, Washington, with onsite flexibility based on business needs.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Our client is seeking an experienced Temporary Litigation Paralegal to provide substantive litigation support to attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters. This role will support cases from inception through trial, with responsibilities including discovery, medical record review, legal research, document drafting, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced litigation environment. Experience supporting medical malpractice matters is highly preferred.

PERKS:

• Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $36.00-$43.25 per hour DOE

• Hybrid work environment with a combination of remote and onsite flexibility

• Opportunity to support a highly respected litigation team handling sophisticated civil litigation matters

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with experienced attorneys and legal professionals

• Immediate opportunity to make an impact while covering a temporary staffing need

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare chronologies and organize large volumes of medical records, case files, and litigation documents while assisting with all phases of discovery

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, memoranda, authorizations, stipulations, and other litigation documents

• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, experts, and other legal professionals while providing regular case status updates

• Conduct medical, expert witness, and jury verdict research while monitoring litigation deadlines and ensuring timely case progression

• Assist with deposition preparation, trial preparation, exhibit organization, and other substantive litigation support tasks

• Manage multiple active matters while maintaining accurate billable time records and delivering exceptional client service

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably supporting medical malpractice, insurance defense, or complex civil litigation matters

• Strong knowledge of Washington State court procedures, discovery, and litigation processes; trial preparation experience is preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Teams, Washington State and federal e-filing systems, and document management software; experience with iManage or similar platforms is a plus

• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines, medical record review, and experience recording billable time is highly desirable

• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a collaborative environment

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This temporary opportunity offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $36.00-$43.25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a flexible hybrid work environment and the opportunity to support a highly respected litigation team on sophisticated civil litigation matters.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a national award-winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team-building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct-hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can be found online.

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