Legal Assistant (3+)

Job Description

Job Description

O’Hagan Meyer LLC, a national law firm, has an opening for a full-time Legal Assistant in its Seattle, WA office. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience and must be familiar with Labor Employment and fields of Law. This will be full-time, hybrid role with the possibility of transitioning into a hybrid work week.

Responsibilities

·       Provide administrative support to lawyers in the preparation, review and filing of legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, answers, etc.

·       Conduct thorough case research pertaining to ongoing lawsuits.

·       Communicate with clients on various aspects of case proceedings.

·       Locate, develop, and manage all case relevant information.

·       Draft legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.

·       Coordinate with legal experts and serve as a liaison for all involved parties.

·       Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances.

·       Assist attorneys in case preparation by creating and maintaining organizational systems for each case.

·       Assist attorneys with trial preparation, develop trial exhibits, and review/organize documents for trial discovery.

·       Maintain attorney schedules and calendars.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.
• Prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols.
• Experience in formatting brief and generating TOCs and TOAs in Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules.
• Experience using iManage a plus

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

Salary based on experience and includes an exceptional benefit package.

Salary range: $65K-$85K

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources