A Senior Estates, Trusts, and Probate Paralegal at our growing client-focused University Place office offers critical, hands-on support for attorneys and families navigating estate planning, probate, and trust administration. The role combines technical excellence with empathy, client service, and superb organizational skill
Key Responsibilities
Draft and prepare complex documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate pleadings, accountings, deeds, and court filings.
Organize, value, and marshal estate and trust assets, handle asset transfers and funding of trusts, and assist with tax research and planning.
Support the attorney by maintaining probate and trust administration timelines, compliance calendars, and accurate client records.
Communicate with clients, heirs, fiduciaries, and courts to gather information, relay status updates, coordinate signings/executions, and provide empathetic guidance.
Oversee and review case files, prepare status reports, and coordinate with other administrative and legal staff to ensure seamless workflow.
Monitor deadlines, e-file documents, maintain documentation for meetings and calls, and notarize as needed.
Conduct legal and factual research on estate, trust, and probate issues, including reviewing real estate records and coordinating transfers.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years' experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration, preferably in a boutique or client-focused setting.
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience required.
Superior drafting skills and experience with Washington court rules and filings.
Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail, able to manage multiple cases independently.
Proficiency in MS Office, document management, and calendar software.
Strong communication skills and empathetic, professional client manner.
Notary Public (or willingness to obtain) preferred
This senior paralegal role is ideal for a detail-driven, autonomous professional who values compassionate client service, teamwork, and meaningful involvement in clients' lives
$60k-97k yearly est. 3d ago
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Managing Paralegal - Family Law
The Law Offices of Tresa A Sadler PLLC
Paralegal job in Bothell, WA
Job DescriptionBenefits:
Paid holidays
Costco Membership
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Company parties
Location: Mill Creek, WA
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-person
Experience Required: 510 Years in Family Law
Compensation: $40-$45, DOE
Reports To: Principal Attorney, Office Manager
About Us
Join a respected and client-focused law firm dedicated to guiding families through complex legal matters with compassion and precision. We are currently hiring a Managing Family Law Paralegal who can step into a leadership role, work independently, and support our principal attorney with high-level casework and team management.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Managing Paralegal with 510 years of family law experience who can hit the ground running! This position serves as an attorneys primary operational and litigation partner, ensuring all cases are organized, compliant, and trial-ready. This on-site position blends advanced paralegal responsibilities with executive-assistant-level coordination and mentorship for junior staff. The Managing Paralegal plays a critical role in maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and preparedness across a high-volume family law and estate planning practice. Timeliness, precision, and professional judgment are essential. This position is ideal for a highly organized and skilled paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and has experience managing both complex casework and junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a full caseload of family law matters including divorce, custody, visitation, support, and restraining orders.
Draft pleadings, declarations, proposed orders, discovery, trial binders, and hearing materials.
File documents across multiple courts and track compliance with county-specific rules.
Prepare the attorney for hearings, mediations, and trials.
Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, and legal research.
Manage and maintain the attorneys calendar, including hearings, depositions, and mediations.
Proactively prevent scheduling conflicts and ensure all deadlines are met.
Coordinate filings and appearances across multiple Washington counties.
Maintain updated templates, checklists, and procedural timelines for each jurisdiction.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients with professionalism and empathy.
Liaise with opposing counsel and courts, maintaining accurate records and proof of service.
Ensure clients receive timely updates and support throughout their matters.
Guide and mentor junior paralegals and support staff.
Review work product, provide constructive feedback, and help implement consistent workflows and SOPs.
Streamline processes from client intake through trial preparation.
Recommend and implement improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce last-minute rework.
Collaborate directly with the principal attorney on legal strategy and workflow optimization.
Exercise sound judgment when evaluating timelines, facts, and client interests.
Communicate respectfully and assertively, even when addressing potential conflicts with their attorney or pod.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Washington Family Law (Snohomish/King County)
Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program (or equivalent experience)
Strong knowledge of legal procedures, court systems, and filing requirements
Excellent drafting, proofreading, and time-management skills
Proficiency in legal software (e.g., MyCase, Clio, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, court e-filing portals)
Leadership experience or strong aptitude for mentoring team members
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Paid time off, holidays, and potential benefits package
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients
$40-45 hourly 30d ago
Paralegal (Top Secret Clearance Required)
Contact Government Services
Paralegal job in Arlington, WA
Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology.
To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others.
Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:- The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB.
Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines.
Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure.
- The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: - Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; - Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; - Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; - Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; - Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.
; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; - Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; - Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; - Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; - Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; - Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases.
- Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; - Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; - Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; - Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.
g.
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PDF); - Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; - Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; - Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; - Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; - Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests.
This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; - Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; - Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; - Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; - Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; - Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; - Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; - Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; - Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism;- Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; - Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.
g.
, Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); - Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few- Qualifications:- Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.
- At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful.
- At least one year of experience in automated litigation support.
Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
- Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
- Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.
- Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
- The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
Our Commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources.
We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs.
We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees.
Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation!Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:*******************
com/join-our-team/For more information about CGS please visit: ************
cgsfederal.
com or contact:Phone: *****************Email: [email protected] #CJ$83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses.
These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment.
Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
$83.5k-107.4k yearly Auto-Apply 9d ago
Paralegal
Hawley Troxell 4.0
Paralegal job in Yakima, WA
Hawley Troxell is seeking an experienced Paralegal in our Yakima office. This position requires strong organization skills, attention to detail and basic knowledge of the Litigation practice area. Hawley Troxell offers full benefits, including 401(k) with matching and profit sharing, and vacation time. EOE.
Full-time; $29.42 - 36.77 /hour, commensurate with experience; Monday-Friday.
Requirements
Duties/Responsibilities:
Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Salary Description $29.42 - 36.77 hourly, commesurate with experience
$29.4-36.8 hourly 43d ago
Trademark and Marketing Paralegal
HP Inc. 4.9
Paralegal job in Vancouver, WA
HP Inc. is seeking a Trademark and Marketing Paralegal to join its legal team. This paralegal will help administer HP's large global trademark portfolio, including U.S. and international trademark clearance, filing, prosecution and maintenance/renewal work, as well as supporting the business, marketing and other internal teams to review product and messaging documents for marketing legal compliance.
**Responsibilities**
+ Instruct, docket, and manage trademark filings worldwide.
+ Conduct trademark assignment recordation projects and manage assignment document flow.
+ Conduct trademark chain of title analysis work.
+ Correspond with foreign trademark agents, docket, and maintain files.
+ Prepare drafts of routine trademark office action responses for attorney review.
+ Identify trademark evidence of use, and manage evidence and documents for prosecution matters.
+ Assist with trademark conflict matters, as needed, including managing evidence and documents for oppositions, cancellations, and domain disputes.
+ Prepare Powers of Attorney and manage legalization, etc.
+ Assist in trademark process and systems improvement.
+ Collaborate with attorneys, marketing, and other business units to support the review of marketing and product messages for compliance with FTC and other marketing laws and regulations.
+ Performs moderately complex legal research using online databases, library resources, and other reference materials under general guidance and instructions.
+ Prepares and drafts basic legal documents and statements under general guidance.
+ Acquires job skills, becomes familiar with company policies, and completes routine to moderately complex assignments, tasks, while making suggestions for continuous improvement.
+ Adheres to established company, legal, and regulatory standards and guidelines, and ensures confidentiality in all dealings with company data.
+ Assists in implementing new processes, supports department-level operational plans, and shares technical information with colleagues and clients.
**Education and Experience Required**
+ High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED)/Higher Secondary education or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
+ 2-4 years of work experience, preferably in paralegal services or a related field. Experience in computer hardware preferred.
+ General computer proficiency with Windows applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills
+ Ability to independently multi-task and take ownership of work in a fast-paced environment
+ Strong team player and collaborator.
+ Business-focused and pragmatic.
+ Strong team player.
**Preferred Certifications**
+ Professional Paralegal Certification and/or college degree preferred
**Knowledge & Skills**
+ Administrative Support
+ Case Management
+ Contract Review
+ Intellectual Property
+ Lawsuits
+ Legal Research
+ Legal Support
+ Proofreading
+ Workflow Management
**Cross-Org Skills**
+ Effective Communication
+ Results Orientation
+ Learning Agility
+ Digital Fluency
+ Customer Centricity
+ Time Management and Prioritization
+ Cross-team collaboration
+ Strong team player
The pay range for this position is **$31** to **$48** USD per hour (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
**Benefits:**
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
+ Health insurance
+ Dental insurance
+ Vision insurance
+ Long term/short term disability insurance
+ Employee assistance program
+ Flexible spending account
+ Life insurance
+ Generous time off policies, including;
+ 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
+ 13 paid holidays
+ 15 days paid time off (US benefits overview (********************************** )
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
$31-48 hourly 44d ago
Paralegal
Johnson Health Tech Companies 4.1
Paralegal job in Vancouver, WA
Full-time Description
Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Paralegal is responsible for supporting the Legal team with various legal activities related to Johnson Health Tech's businesses. Duties include acting as a liaison between the Legal team, external third parties, and internal stakeholders to review and respond to various legal matters, reviewing and managing a variety of contracts and other legal documents, and providing support for ad-hoc legal projects.
Responsibilities:
· Assist with preparation, negotiation, execution, and retention of various contracts, including non-disclosure, distribution, and consulting agreements.
· Assist business teams in understanding contract terms and resolving contractual disputes.
· Manage administrative aspects of litigation, including working closely with outside counsel and company employees to collect, preserve, review, and compile necessary information and responses for discovery, implementing litigation holds, and updating litigation trackers.
· Assist with resolving warranty and product liability issues, including working with customer service and quality teams to resolve these issues pre-litigation.
· Assist with preparing and maintaining corporate records and documents.
· Identify and implement resource and process improvements within the Legal team and with stakeholders in other departments.
· Perform ad hoc administrative tasks as a member of the Legal team such as filing documents, scheduling calls with outside counsel, and processing mail.
· Manage projects that arise from time to time within the Legal department and work closely with other support staff.
· Assist with the development of legal training materials and presentations.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
· Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field and/or certified Paralegal Certificate.
· Three (3) to six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in litigation and contracting.
Benefits:
We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities.
Some of our outstanding benefits include:
· Health & Dental Insurance
· Company paid Life Insurance
· 401(k)
· Paid Time Off benefits
· Product discounts
· Wellness programs
EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
#ZR Salary Description $68,000 - $81,000 annually based on experience
$68k-81k yearly 5d ago
National Security Paralegal (Secret Clearance Required)
Intelligence Federal
Paralegal job in Washington
Intelligence Federal is a fast-growing government contracting company seeking a Paralegal with an active federal clearance to support a federal government agency. This is a full time position and eligible for benefits through Intelligence Federal. This role requires that you already have some level of federal clearance at the Secret level or higher. Candidates without this clearance will not be considered. If hired, you will need to undergo and pass all screenings to earn your TS/SCI clearance. Work may commence before this process is complete.
Location: Onsite in Washington, DC
Anticipated Start Date: Mid January 2026
JOB DUTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Tracking and managing the flow of documents and other investigative, litigation, or case-related materials
Liaising with Litigation Support Services and section data management with respect to uploading, organizing, filtering, reviewing, and transferring or producing documents and electronically stored information
Performing document review in eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity and Everlaw
Assisting in trial preparation including scheduling interviews, hearings, witnesses, depositions, and other related discussions
Assisting with research, writing, and related task such as, creating first drafts of documents such as memos, subpoenas, and discovery dover letters
SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL
Must already have an active federal government clearance at the Secret level or higher. This is REQUIRED. Please make sure your clearance level is visible on your resume.
Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret with SCI clearance and willing to undergo the investigation process.
Must be a US Citizen.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS & SELECTION CRITERIA
See security clearance requirements above.
Bachelor's degree required.
One to two years (1-2 years) of experience as a paralegal, or 1-2 years of experience working in national security analysis. Please note this is a legal position, not an intelligence role.
Experience working with a federal or state legal entity preferred, but not required
Must have a working knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and WestLaw
Proficient in litigation discovery software and MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Adobe PDF
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work well within groups handling large volumes of work
Ability to work independently
John J. Yim & Associates, LLC DBA Intelligence Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$47k-70k yearly est. 20d ago
Family Law Paralegal
View Ridge Law
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
Our expanding law practice is looking for a paralegal with strong knowledge of all aspects of Family Law who can hit the ground running as we build our perfect team.
You will be a member of a dynamic and developing team. Applicants must be experienced, well-organized professionals who can work alone and with minimal supervision.
Because this is a full-time position, you must work 40 hours a week both in the office and virtually. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, with the option of obtaining bonus compensation for excellent performance.
Characteristics:
Detail-oriented to keep track of key dates and avoid costly mistakes
Self-starter with the ability to independently seek out new projects
Team-oriented with the necessary flexibility of a growing law firm
Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks, so we never miss a deadline
10+ years of previous experience working in Family Law in Washington is required
2 years minimum at a firm
Experience in training and leading junior paralegals and legal assistants
$47k-70k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Trademark Paralegal
Franklin Thomas
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Review docket for deadlines; understand docket and deadlines and action needed on each file. Conduct electronic recordation of assignment documents; review Notice of Recordation and report same to client and prepare client status reports; work with and manage large global trademark portfolios.
Comprehend chain of title in U.S. trademarks and ability to perfect same.
Assist with trademark clearance projects, including U.S. screening and full searches and international screening and formal counsel searches.
Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, including electronic filings with follow through to registration and post-registration maintenance and renewals.
Coordinate with foreign counsel on international clearance, filing, maintenance, and renewal matters: oversee processing of foreign associates' invoices for payment and prepare reporting letters to client.
Prepare and file U.S. copyright applications, including electronic filings with follow-through to registration.
Effect portfolio transfers and manage multi-client portfolios.
Prepare and file powers of attorney and letters of instruction.
Assist in trademark filing strategy discussions and due diligence.
Assist with preparation and filing of responses of Office Actions.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required.
o Preferred: Paralegal Certification.
Minimum 5 years of Trademark work experience in a professional environment which includes progressive responsibility in managing Trademark and litigation matters.
o Preferred: Law firm experience
Extensive knowledge of U.S. trademark rules and procedure; working knowledge of national laws of other countries; knowledge of Paris Convention and deadlines set therein.
Knowledge of filing requirements for convention (foreign) applications.
Proficient with electronic research tools such as Dialog, Saegis, PTO and WIPO; and conduct preliminary trademark searches.
High level of proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw (and Dialog) and other internet research tools.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
Highly effective written and oral communications.
Exceptional ability to lead and execute projects.
Creative problem-solving abilities.
Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion.
Maintain professional demeanor in stressful situations.
Reliable and dependable team player.
Maintain confidentiality of client information.
Ability to perform well under pressure.
$47k-70k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Patent Paralegal
Sourcepro Search
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
SourcePro Search has a fantastic opportunity for a Patent Paralegal in the Seattle office of a leading global firm. This is a great growth opportunity for a candidate with 5+ years of experience with patent procurement as well as US and Foreign Prosecution matters.
High salary and excellent benefits package is offered for this role.****************************
$47k-70k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Paralegal
Modern Family Law 3.7
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Paralegal to join our Seattle, WA office. Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in person as required by courts & clients).
Modern Family Law is seeking a Paralegal to handle diverse family law cases. This position plays a critical role in helping us maintain excellence in client service by balancing legal expertise, client advocacy, and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on important cases in an exciting, fast-paced environment.
To be successful in this role, paralegals will:
Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and property division.
Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple competing responsibilities.
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and outstanding communication skills in both written and verbal interactions.
Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, ensuring collective success and efficiency in case management.
Skills and Competencies
Ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff.
Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of family law cases while maintaining high-quality legal work.
Skilled in e-filing with county court systems.
High attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents and filings.
Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and supporting collective success.
Proactive problem-solver, with the ability to stay composed and organized when subject to tight deadlines.
Requirements
Minimum of 1-6 years of experience in family law preferred, but other legal experience will be considered.
Exceptional writing skills, and proficiency in e-filing with county courts.
Experience working with multiple attorneys in a law firm setting.
Strong verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Mandatory Notices for Applicants
ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.
Compensation: $28 - $36 hourly + commission. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, internal and external pay equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings Account, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program to support the personal wellness needs of our employees.
Additional voluntary programs are available and include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, as well as pet insurance. Additionally, in some markets, commuter and transit benefit programs are available.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months
$28-36 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Paralegal | Employment | Civil Division
City of Seattle, Wa 4.5
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
With more than 200 attorneys and professional staff, the Seattle City Attorney's Office is one of the largest law offices in Seattle and is the third-largest public law office in the state. Our office is committed to making Seattle a safe, healthy, empowered, and thriving community for everyone. We strive to address historical injustices within the court system with self-examination and to pursue justice in Seattle with integrity, creativity, and fairness. We believe working transparently, innovatively, and in collaboration with our partners in the community is necessary to achieve outcomes that promote equity, accountability, and healing.
The Seattle City Attorney's Office is seeking a Paralegal to join three other Paralegals, twelve Assistant City Attorneys, and two Legal Assistants in the Employment Section. The Section advises on and litigates complex employment matters arising from the City of Seattle's workforce of over 10,000 employees in a variety of City departments. The work of the Employment Section is dynamic and often fast-paced. We take a collaborative, team-oriented approach to both litigation and advice work, seeking to build effective teams and strong, lasting relationships with City departments and their leadership. Paralegals in the Employment Section are critical to this professional philosophy and are valued members of our enthusiastic and experienced team.
The Paralegal in this position will support Assistant City Attorneys representing the City in employment-related matters in a variety of forums, including lawsuits pending in state and federal courts, administrative cases at the Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) and Civil Service Commissions, and labor arbitrations. They will assist in all aspects of representation, including assisting with factual investigation, coordinating record collections, managing discovery, and actively participating in trials, arbitrations, and civil service proceedings.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
* Assisting attorneys in preparing for, strategizing, and representing the City at trials, hearings, and arbitrations.
* Working closely with attorneys and legal assistants to ensure our office is producing quality work product in a timely manner.
* Performing legal, factual, and records research.
* Drafting and assisting with preparation of documents, including communications, records requests, pleadings, discovery, and requests for information.
* Preparing and organizing documents for responding to discovery requests and for use as exhibits for depositions and motions.
* Providing eDiscovery support, including:
* Initiating litigation holds
* Coordinating collection of physical and electronic records from records custodians across all City departments, including tracking records collection, preserving metadata, and maintaining chain of custody.
* Conducting Microsoft Purview M365 searches and exports (e.g. for Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint records).
* Staging documents to be ingested into the review platform, Nuix Discover.
* Coordinating document review and production.
* Assisting attorneys in responding to requests from administrative agencies, such as the EEOC and DOL.
* Assisting attorneys in other ways, as assigned, and as required to provide the City with the best legal representation possible.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience performing paralegal duties, OR a certification from a nationally accredited paralegal training institution and three years related experience, OR a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work.
Desired Qualifications:
You will be most successful in this role if you possess the following experience, skills, and abilities:
* Litigation expertise, particularly with electronic and traditional discovery, deposition and trial preparation, and all phases of civil litigation from start to finish.
* Familiarity with eDiscovery applications and processes, including best practices for data collection, processing, analytics, strategic review, and production. Experience with at least one ediscovery platform, Nuix Discover, Relativity, Logicull, iPro, etc.
* Working knowledge of court rules in state, federal, and appellate courts.
* Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the City.
* Excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
* Capable of providing timely work product with great attention to detail.
* Ability to represent the City Attorney's Office in a professional and ethical manner and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with both employees and outside contacts.
* Have excellent judgment, ability to work independently, self-motivated, and initiative.
* Ability to take direction from multiple attorneys with differing priorities and excellent ability to follow up on all tasks.
* Ability to anticipate and address attorney needs in both routine and unusual situations.
* Ability to work effectively on a variety of teams, including self-managed litigation teams where shared responsibility, accountability, open communication, and collaborative problem-solving are critical.
* Strong work ethic, professional integrity, and compliance with City and legal ethics rules
* Ability to develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with colleagues, attorneys, supervisors, and clients, including the ability to develop and maintain credibility and trust with all internal partners.
Additional Information
Application Process - For your application to be accepted, you must:
* Complete the online City of Seattle Application
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* Include the following required attachments:
* Cover Letter describing your interest in the position. (.pdf, .doc, or .docx format)
* Resume detailing your relevant experience. (.pdf, .doc, or .docx format)
Application Submission Guidelines - All applicants are required to apply on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the Government Jobs site. Note: The required documents listed in the above "Application Process" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resources on or before the closing date indicated above at Law_************** should you need assistance with the online application process.
Race and Social Justice Initiative - The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. We seek individuals who will work toward the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative.
Compensation - The full pay range for this step-progression position is $40.78 - $47.54 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $40.78 hourly. Current City employees' starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. Advanced initial step placement may be considered under limited circumstances, but step salaries are not subject to negotiation.
Benefits - The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, 12 official holidays and 2 floating holidays, sick, and paid parental leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees. City Attorney's Office employees also have the opportunity to participate in a defined benefits retirement program. More information about benefits can be found at ***********************************************************************************************************
Workplace Environment - Currently, the Seattle City Attorney's Office has a Flexible Work Arrangements Policy. Employees have the option to work a hybrid schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days remote). This is subject to change as circumstances and business needs dictate.
Who may apply - This position is open to all candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.
The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics. The Seattle City Attorney's Office encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
Questions? Contact our Human Resources team at LAW_**************.
$40.8-47.5 hourly 60d+ ago
Paralegal
Triplenet Technologies
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
Paralegal Duties The responsibilities of this classification include researching, writing, reviewing and preparing vital information as it relates to court cases and other legal matters in support of an attorney or other administrative supervisor. Working independently under general supervision this position will:
Review assigned documents; prepare documents in response to request redacting information as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills A Bachelor degree in Paralegal studies, or a certificate from an accredited paralegal training institution or any combination of criminal paralegal experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work Knowledge of current civil and criminal law and terminology, court rules and procedures Knowledge of current research methods and practices Knowledge of general office equipment Skill in legal research and analysis Effective verbal and written communication skills Skill in using current office software including on-line research, word processing, spreadsheet, email and database programs Skill in planning, organizing and time and project management Skill in interpreting contracts, regulations and laws Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds Skill in handling multiple competing priorities and functioning well under time pressure Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT ON THE SUCCESS OF: Ability to pass a Washington State Patrol Background Check Duration: 3-6 weeks
Location: Downtown Seattle
Rate: $25.40 per hour
$25.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Paralegal
Amentum
Paralegal job in Washington
Amentum is seeking Paralegals to assist with the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA/Downwinders) claims team. The Paralegal role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and accurate handling of incoming materials supporting claims filed under RECA. The Paralegal will be evaluating evidence to make sure claims meet statutory criteria, as well as communicating with the case team and with claimants.
This position is responsible for following specific guidance and standard operation procedures to:
Complete standardized forms.
Process legal documents, reviewing them for correct form and timeliness, and annotating case files and status records to reflect receipt and due date for response or other actions required.
Assist attorneys or paralegal specialists in compiling the case materials by retrieving, photocopying, and assembling documents, affidavits and legal memoranda.
Establish, maintain, and close out case files or systems of legal records, annotating indices and status records, compiling workload and status reports, and locating and abstracting data from files and records.
Conduct both technical and legal research.
Required Qualifications:
Must be able to obtain and maintain MRPT facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for MRPT facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Requires paralegal certificate, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.
Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required.
Must have basic legal knowledge and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research.
Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.
Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
Compensation & Benefits:
Hiring hourly rate of pay: $25.58 (Hourly rate set by SCA)
*This position is regulated by the Department of Labor (DOL) as a Service Contract Act (SCA) contract. The DOL regulates the minimum hourly rate of pay, holiday and vacation leave benefits, and Health and Welfare (H&W) money.
*Employees will earn H&W dollars per eligible hour (including vacation and holiday up to 40 hours/week). H&W monies are used to offset the employer's cost of benefits the employee elects into and/or utilizes. Any remaining health and welfare monies after all applicable deductions would be cashed out to the employee on a 1 pay period lag.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
$25.6 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Pre-Foreclosure Paralegal
Aldridge|Pite LLP 3.8
Paralegal job in Washington
Purpose The Foreclosure Paralegal I, positioned within the Shared Services Department, holds the responsibility of the pre-foreclosure process across the various states in which the firm operates. This role entails a comprehensive review of pre-foreclosure documents, onboarding documents, as well as the utilization of MSP, AIQ, and other internal systems. It is imperative to ensure the legal validity and compliance of foreclosure actions, while also identifying and addressing any potential impediments that may arise during the pre-foreclosure process. The primary function of this position is to guarantee that all impediments are resolved in a timely manner pre-foreclosure. Effectively resolving these impediments may necessitate direct communication with attorneys, clients, or internal staff, ensuring that any legal or procedural barriers are addressed promptly and proficiently. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the foreclosure process and ensuring that all necessary steps are taken to facilitate a smooth transition through the pre-foreclosure phase.
Specific Duties, Activities and Responsibilities
Document Review: Thoroughly review and confirm the loan origination documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
MSP (Mortgage Servicing System): Thoroughly review and confirm the data within the MSP system to ensure its accuracy and reliability.
AIQ (Document Repository): Review, download, and confirm the loan documents.
Quality Control Review: Review and complete a QC sheet per loan.
Case Management: Maintaining and organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all necessary documentation is submitted in a timely manner. The Paralegal I will ensure all deadlines are met, maintain workloads and process flow within the team, and distribute workloads as necessary.
Communication and Collaboration: Responding to various emails, providing accurate and timely information, and maintaining client systems with current information regarding the onboarding process.
Compliance Monitoring: Ensuring all activities adhere to internal policies, state laws, and federal regulations.
Review of Financial Documents: Reviewing payoff statements, payoff histories, and previous monthly statements to ensure accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies as needed.
Issue Escalation and Support: Escalating any issues as needed and assisting with the training of new paralegal staff.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Preferred or Paralegal Certificate
5+ years of default law experience
Strong knowledge of AP foreclosure process
Understanding of judicial and non-judicial foreclosure processes
Previous default industry experience
Analytical document review capabilities
Able to respond appropriately to constructive feedback from management.
Self-starter with exceptional ability to identify and solve problems.
Ability to recognize changing environments and think analytically.
General Competency Factors
Must be proficient in software tools, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
Must provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
Identifies and solves issues in a timely manner.
Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
Must be extremely organized and be able to multi-task.
Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
Demonstrates commitment to Firm's vision, mission, and core values.
Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.
$44k-58k yearly est. 13d ago
Litigation Paralegal
Jackson Lewis 4.6
Paralegal job in Seattle, WA
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.
The paralegal will manage e-discovery, redaction, duplicating and indexing documents. With attorney supervision prepare chronologies of facts and production charts, perform searches and cull relevant information, organize pleadings, exhibits and appendices for filings, organize relevant documents for attorney review for witness interviews and depositions, and assist attorneys in trial preparation.
Essential Functions
Assist with preparation of pleadings and discovery in federal and state court matters and arbitration proceedings.
Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings.
Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced during discovery; and, prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
Prepare deposition and record subpoenas according to state and federal regulations; coordinate production of third-party records and summarize some; prepare deposition outlines and summaries.
Analyze and review privileged documents.
Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
Prepare initial drafts of various pleadings and discovery documents in matters before Federal Administrative Law Judges (MSHA and OSHA).
Presentation of case summaries and courses of action to supervising attorneys.
Conducting legal research, including but not limited to, Lexis and Pacer research.
Cite-checking and shepardizing and assistance with motion preparation.
Liaison with courts and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
Prepare responses to audit requests.
Keep abreast of developments, procedures and rules in the forums where the office practices.
Demonstrate basic strategic thinking and initiative with case assignments.
Maintain calendars, provide attorney billing/invoice processing support, complete reports and enter time records and create new file and update client matter reports.
Address client case status inquiries, including steps in process remaining, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
Witness interviews and preparation of interview summaries, prepare government agency filings.
Extensive subpoena service, editing documents.
Qualifications/Skills Required
Strong interpersonal skills, detail orientated with exceptional analytical skills.
5 years minimum legal experience is a plus, preferably in employment law.
Reliability, teamwork, professionalism, and the ability to multi-task are essential.
Proficiency in Windows environment including Word, Outlook and Excel.
Must be proactive with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures.
Results oriented and excellent time management skills.
Creative problem solving skills.
Well versed in trial preparation.
Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated.
Ability to interact professionally with attorneys and support staff while maintaining a strong client service attitude.
Knowledge of attorney billing system a plus.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Work independently and as part of a team towards common goal of excellent client service.
Experience with class-actions, and wage and hour productions a plus.
Solid working knowledge of CaseMap, TrialMap, and Trial Director.
Highly client focused as the position requires strong customer service skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of people and personalities.
Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment.
Educational Requirements
Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Paralegal degree or related certificate, high school diploma or equivalent minimum.
ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred.
For Washington, the expected hourly range for this position is between $37.00 - $51.00. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.
$37-51 hourly Auto-Apply 4d ago
Senior Paralegal
Gravis Law, PLLC
Paralegal job in Washington
A Senior Estates, Trusts, and Probate Paralegal at our client-focused Richland, Washington office offers critical, hands-on support for attorneys and families navigating estate planning, probate, and trust administration. The role combines technical excellence with empathy, client service, and superb organizational skill
Key Responsibilities
Draft and prepare complex documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate pleadings, accountings, deeds, and court filings.
Organize, value, and marshal estate and trust assets, handle asset transfers and funding of trusts, and assist with tax research and planning.
Support the attorney by maintaining probate and trust administration timelines, compliance calendars, and accurate client records.
Communicate with clients, heirs, fiduciaries, and courts to gather information, relay status updates, coordinate signings/executions, and provide empathetic guidance.
Oversee and review case files, prepare status reports, and coordinate with other administrative and legal staff to ensure seamless workflow.
Monitor deadlines, e-file documents, maintain documentation for meetings and calls, and notarize as needed.
Conduct legal and factual research on estate, trust, and probate issues, including reviewing real estate records and coordinating transfers.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years' experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration, preferably in a boutique or client-focused setting.
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience required.
Superior drafting skills and experience with Washington court rules and filings.
Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail, able to manage multiple cases independently.
Proficiency in MS Office, document management, and calendar software.
Strong communication skills and empathetic, professional client manner.
Notary Public (or willingness to obtain) preferred
This senior paralegal role is ideal for a detail-driven, autonomous professional who values compassionate client service, teamwork, and meaningful involvement in clients' lives
$59k-95k yearly est. 2d ago
Paralegal
Contact Government Services, LLC
Paralegal job in Washington
ParalegalEmployment Type: Full-Time, Entry LevelDepartment: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- Downloads electronic case filings (ECFs) from Pacer.- Uploads the electronic case filings to the automated matters systems.- Enters filing information into a case tracking system.- Creates and provides links to the electronic case filings to the DOJ Attorneys.- Responds to DOJ attorney requests for filing information and retrieval.- Compiles, prepares, and summarizes relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery and in preparation of motions, briefs and other legal documents. - Conducts simple to moderately complex database searches.- Performs simple legal research.- Indexes, tracks and controls document discovery, depositions, and trial.- Prepares exhibit cross-references. - Assists attorneys in courtroom. Qualifications:- Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. One (1) year of legal training or legal experience or at least two (2) years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.- At least one (1) year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience related to electronic case filing workflows. - Basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memorandum.- Experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. - Excellent written and oral communication skills Our commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:************************************* For more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Email: *******************
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$47k-70k yearly est. Auto-Apply 11d ago
Paralegal
Modern Family Law 3.7
Paralegal job in Bellevue, WA
Job Description
Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Paralegal to join our Bellevue, WA office. Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
Modern Family Law is seeking a Paralegal to handle diverse family law cases. This position plays a critical role in helping us maintain excellence in client service by balancing legal expertise, client advocacy, and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on important cases in an exciting, fast-paced environment.
To be successful in this role, paralegals will:
Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and property division.
Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple competing responsibilities.
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and outstanding communication skills in both written and verbal interactions.
Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, ensuring collective success and efficiency in case management.
Skills and Competencies
Ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff.
Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of family law cases while maintaining high-quality legal work.
Skilled in e-filing with county court systems.
High attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents and filings.
Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and supporting collective success.
Proactive problem-solver, with the ability to stay composed and organized when subject to tight deadlines.
Requirements
Minimum of 1-6 years of experience in family law preferred, but other legal experience will be considered.
Exceptional writing skills, and proficiency in e-filing with county courts.
Experience working with multiple attorneys in a law firm setting.
Strong verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Mandatory Notices for Applicants
ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.
Compensation: $28 - $36 hourly + commission. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, internal and external pay equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings Account, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program to support the personal wellness needs of our employees.
Additional voluntary programs are available and include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, as well as pet insurance. Additionally, in some markets, commuter and transit benefit programs are available.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.
$28-36 hourly 2d ago
Paralegal
Amentum
Paralegal job in Washington
(a) Mission Statement. Communication with our claimants is an essential part of the daily work at the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (“VCF”). The Correspondence Team is responsible for the generation and quality control of all outgoing correspondence - which spans acknowledgements, notifications, requests for information, and decision letters - to our claimants and their attorneys on behalf of the Fund. The timely and accurate production of the various written communication is critical to the complete review of our claims and the issuance of payment on those claims.
Under the direction of VCF Correspondence Manager, Paralegal will perform the following tasks while complying with established VCF and Correspondence Standard Operating Procedures.
(b) Responsibilities/Duties.
The Paralegal/Legal Assistant I works under close supervision with required assistance readily available
Generate outgoing daily correspondence using SOP template under supervision by the Correspondence Manager and Team Lead
Track and complete ad hoc and custom correspondence requests
Perform quality control on their own work product, including but not limited to:
Assessing addresses for completeness and accuracy
Confirming standard letter types conform to expected layout and content, based on pre-established templates
Confirm that certain claim-specific data was transferred to the relevant letters correctly, such as eligible conditions and Missing Information requests
Ensure all daily correspondence is mailed and uploaded to claims daily
Complete tracking spreadsheets and report on task progress as required
Conduct routine database searches
Support other PAAQC teams - Payment, Appeals, Assessment/Claim Review Support, Quality Review, and Cold Review- when requested
(c) Qualifications.
Able to work closely and professionally with the VCF Special Master's Office, Helpline and Intake Teams, and colleagues in the PAAQC teams
Consistently and accurately perform detailed work under pressure
Pay close attention to detail, deadlines and quality control
Read and follow instructions and VCF and Correspondence Standard Operating Procedures
Develop a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of all correspondence templates, inserts, forms, and applications, under the guidance of the Correspondence Manager and Team Lead
Understand task objectives and the context of those tasks as they relate to correspondence requests
(d) Requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain MRPT facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for MRPT facility credentials/authorization at this work location
One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate. Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required
Demonstrated ability to work alone (with supervisory support) or in a team environment following Correspondence SOP
Familiarity with common office software, including Microsoft (“MS”) Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Chrome
Must have excellent writing skills and oral communication capabilities.
(e) Reporting Relationships. Reports to the VCF Correspondence Manager.
Hiring hourly rate of pay: $25.58 (Hourly rate set by SCA)
*This position is regulated by the Department of Labor (DOL) as a Service Contract Act (SCA) contract. The DOL regulates the minimum hourly rate of pay, holiday and vacation leave benefits, and Health and Welfare (H&W) money.
*Employees will earn H&W dollars per eligible hour (including vacation and holiday up to 40 hours/week). H&W monies are used to offset the employer's cost of benefits the employee elects into and/or utilizes. Any remaining health and welfare monies after all applicable deductions would be cashed out to the employee on a 1 pay period lag.
Compensation Details:
25.58
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
12/30/2025 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
How much does a paralegal earn in Port Angeles, WA?
The average paralegal in Port Angeles, WA earns between $39,000 and $84,000 annually. This compares to the national average paralegal range of $35,000 to $70,000.