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Defense Litigation Legal Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Defense Litigation Legal Assistant
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Seattle, WA
Preg O’Donnell & Gillett, a Regional, Full-service Litigation And Business Firm Is Seeking An Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant To Support Three Attorneys In Our Seattle Office. We Are Seeking a Legal Assistant With Three Or More Years Of Litigation Experience Who Enjoys Working Closely With Attorneys And Supporting Clients In a Comfortable And Friendly Work Atmosphere. Attorney And Client Support Includes
Initiate conflicts checks and open new client matters
Docket and maintain case calendars
Review court rules to ensure compliance with court format and efiling requirements
Monitor case schedules and ensure attorneys are current with impending deadlines
Draft, proofread, format, and edit pleadings, correspondence, and client documents
E-file in federal, Washington state, and some Oregon state court jurisdictions
Contact clients to schedule appointments, depositions, and trial appearances
Prepare attorneys for depositions, hearings, and trial
Close case files following data destruction procedures
Knowledge of ProLaw document and case management software helpful
Proficient in AdobePro to redact, bates stamp and convert documents
Proficient in large file transfer products helpful
The ideal candidate should enjoy collaborating with coworkers and supporting each other with flexible work schedules. Excellent client relationships and interpersonal skills are a plus! Familiarity with insurance defense personal injury, motor vehicle, and construction defect cases helpful. Starting salary from 70-85k annually DOE.
Preg O’Donnell & Gillett offers a competitive salary, great benefits, an emphasis on life balance, and a friendly, business casual environment.
Our Benefits Include
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible schedule with remote work access
Life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
Transportation subsidy
Employee assistance program
Employee referral bonus
FSA / HSA
Parental leave
Profit sharing contributions
401(k) Deferred Savings Plan
We look forward to hearing from you!
