Employment Litigation Paralegal
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to support a growing employment law practice. This role is ideal for a professional who takes initiative, works independently, and can manage substantive legal work involving case strategy, client communication, investigation, document analysis, and litigation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather and organize case-related facts, documents, and evidence.
- Communicate directly with clients, witnesses, and third parties.
- Assist attorneys with case strategy and case management.
- Maintain deadlines, calendars, and case workflows.
- Review, summarize, and organize large volumes of documents.
- Create timelines, witness summaries, and case chronologies.
- Identify missing information, inconsistencies, and potential issues.
- Assist with damage calculations and case analysis.
- Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
- Coordinate discovery and document production.
- Manage court filings and case logistics.
- Prepare materials for hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Communicate professionally with clients and assist them in navigating legal processes.
Qualifications:
- 2–5 years of paralegal experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Strong attention to detail and professional judgment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Washington employment law.
- Experience managing discovery and document review.
- Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Potential profit sharing
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Long-term advancement opportunities
- ORCA card for mass transit
