(Everett)

Law Firm in Everett, WA is seeking a full-time (37.5 hours/per week) litigation paralegal/legal assistant with a minimum of three years’ experience in family law and/or probate litigation. The ideal candidate will be a polished and personable professional with strong organizational skills who can multi-task and prioritize, work independently, problem solve and communicate effectively with team members and clients.
The candidate will work collaboratively alongside 2 attorneys in the areas of family law, probate, and related litigation. You must be a proactive, charismatic team player who enjoys working with clients. Our fast-paced work environment requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic. For family law paralegals, proficiency with Family Soft required.
We value excellent work and a supportive collegial environment. Our staff members are critical and valued team members.
Duties:
• Start and manage client files following firm’s procedures with supervision from intake through trial preparation and trial.
• Responsible for case file maintenance; collecting and organizing documentation from clients, other parties, and entities, etc.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, expert witnesses and opposing counsel and be responsible for court deadlines.
• File, organize and manage all client and legal documentation; information must be easily accessible to any member of the team at any time.
• Maintain confidential client and firm information in accordance with firm policies.
• Additional legal and administrative duties as needed.
Requirements:
• 3-5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant.
• Able to manage detailed client intake.
• Self-sufficient in locating and distilling information while asking proactive questions of attorney team members.
• Strategic decision maker; able to produce high quality work under tight timelines.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to track and monitor deadlines.
• Operates with a high degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail.
• Graceful and effective under pressure in demanding environments.
• Proven ability to establish professional relationships with colleagues and external clients.
• Support the firm’s values in working as part of a team to deliver high quality service.
• Excellent command of the English language in a written and verbal capacity.
• Able to learn quickly and adapt to firm’s procedures and policies.
• Responds well to constructive feedback and able to learn quickly.
• Strong MS office skills and able to learn new software quickly and independently.
Salary:
$55-60,000+/DOE including comprehensive benefits. Full-time work is defined as 37.5 hours per week.
Apply:
Please send your detailed cover letter and resume in PDF format. Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compensación: $55-60,000+/DOE including comprehensive benefits. Full-time work is defined as 37.5 hours per week.

job title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant for Family Law/Probate

tipo de empleo: tiempo completo