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Our client, a growing and highly respected insurance defense litigation law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their expanding Seattle office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, team-oriented firm and play a key role in supporting litigation and transactional matters in both state and federal courts.

Legal Assistant Benefits and Compensation:

Competitive salary: $70,000 – under $80,000 annually, based on experience
Annual performance-based raises (typically 3–5%)
Holiday discretionary bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Partial parking reimbursement and cell phone stipend
Onsite first 90 days; hybrid schedule (4 days onsite / 1 remote) available after onboarding

Legal Assistant Requirements & Qualifications:

Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a law firm setting (legal admin, legal secretary, or similar role)
Direct experience with state and federal court e-filing required
Strong familiarity with court rules, formatting standards, and filing procedures
Experience calendaring deadlines and managing litigation timelines
Ability to prepare and format pleadings, discovery, and motion shells
Comfortable supporting early-career attorneys and helping ensure procedural and document formatting accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience with document management systems (NetDocuments preferred)
Familiarity with legal calendaring software and accessing court dockets (Lexis or similar)
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency in spelling, grammar, and syntax to proofread legal documents prior to submission

Legal Assistant Preferred Background & Skills:

Experience working in a small to mid-sized litigation firm
Exposure to multi-state filings
Self-sufficient professional who can independently locate court requirements
Strong organizational skills and ability to balance shifting priorities
Team-oriented mindset with interest in long-term growth within a collaborative firm

This role is ideal for a legal professional who understands litigation fundamentals and is looking to grow with a firm that values mentorship, stability, and teamwork.

JOB ID: 172364

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