Administrative Skills, Case Management, Commercial Real Estate, Construction, Documentation Review, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Logistics, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Process Management, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
7 days ago
Litigation Paralegal
TEMP
Seattle, WA
Contract Length: End of Year (5+ months)
Compensation: $53 – $55 an hour
In-Office with Hybrid Option
Bring your litigation experience to a well-respected Seattle law firm on a temporary basis. The firm represents clients in commercial real estate, construction, business, and civil litigation matters, and is looking for someone who can confidently manage litigation support from case inception through trial preparation.
This is a great opportunity for a litigation paralegal who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and can make an immediate impact. The position begins onsite, with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after a successful onboarding period. If an upcoming trial proceeds, full-time onsite attendance will be required throughout the trial.
Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:
Partner with attorneys throughout all phases of commercial and civil litigation matters
Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery documents, subpoenas, and legal correspondence
Coordinate and submit filings in Washington state and federal courts
Track litigation deadlines, hearings, court appearances, and filing requirements
Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and litigation documents
Coordinate service of process and obtain court and public records
Assist with document review, e-discovery, and privilege log preparation
Support attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom logistics, as needed
Provide overall case management and administrative support throughout the litigation process
Litigation Paralegal Qualifications:
Previous experience supporting attorneys in commercial, construction, business, or civil litigation
Strong understanding of Washington Superior Court procedures and federal court filing requirements
Experience preparing and filing legal documents through state e-filing systems
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active cases and deadlines
Strong written communication and legal drafting abilities
Familiarity with local court procedures in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties preferred