Legal Assistant/ Paralegal

Legal Assistant Position

Direct Counsel has partnered with a growing law firm in the Los Angeles area, considered a powerhouse in the field of plaintiff's side wage-and-hour class action litigation, seeking a legal assistant to join its Seattle office. The firm has a robust caseload, in federal and state courts, against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies in multiple industries. Focusing on the prosecution of consumer and employment class and representative actions, involving wage-and-hour, unfair business practice, discrimination, and false advertising matters.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.

• Drafts legal documents and file motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.

• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements.

• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.

• Inputting and updating all legal deadlines, court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings into the firm's calendaring system.

• Calculating and double-checking accurate deadlines based on relevant rules and statutes.

• Managing conflicts and scheduling adjustments as needed.

• Develops and maintains records on cases.

• Organizes, enters, and cross-references documents in a computerized database.

• Assists attorneys with organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.

• 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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$25.00 - $44.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday