We are a small Family Law firm located in Seattle, WA. Our firm specializes in cases that involve high-conflict divorce, international law, custody, and complex parenting and financial issues.
This role is a great opportunity for growth within our firm. We are seeking a skilled Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in a busy practice.
Office hours are Monday - Friday 8 : 30 - 5 : 00, with the first 90 days spent in-office for training and team building.
If you're an extraordinary communicator (verbal and written), compassionate with clients, a master of organization, great at time management, and can work autonomously, then this position may be for you.
If you are able to handle a high-pressure situation, enjoy overcoming obstacles, and consider yourself an expert problem solver, this may be the role for you.
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Responsibilities :
- Answering incoming phone calls
- Drafting and responding to correspondence
- Communicating with clients, opposing parties, opposing counsel, third parties, court personnel
- Managing a high volume of email and prioritization
- Scheduling, calendaring, and tracking deadlines
- Client file and document management
- Client intake interviews
- Assisting the paralegal with preparing pleadings, discovery, and other case materials
- Administrative tasks
- Filing
Qualifications :
A qualified candidate should value providing high-quality service to clients and should possess the following skills and qualifications :
- Two years of family law or litigation experience
- Mastery of professional administrative skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
- Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work products under strict deadlines
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Professional demeanor
Compensation : $25 - $40 hourly
$25 - $40 hourly
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