Litigation Paralegal

Build a Meaningful Litigation Career as a Litigation Paralegal in Olympia:

Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join a respected legal team in Olympia, Washington. This is an exceptional opportunity for a civil litigation paralegal who wants meaningful involvement in active cases, direct collaboration with experienced attorneys, and a workplace where responsive client service and mutual respect genuinely matter. You will contribute to practical legal solutions while building your skills in a supportive in-person environment.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare, revise, and organize pleadings, briefs, motions, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal documents for civil litigation matters.
• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including case intake, law and motion practice, discovery, depositions, trial preparation, and appellate matters.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and other reliable resources, then help translate research findings into clear, accurate work product.
• Maintain organized electronic case files, calendars, deadlines, exhibits, and litigation support materials with exceptional attention to detail.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and vendors in a professional, responsive manner that reflects the firm’s client-service values.

Required Qualifications:

• You bring strong legal document preparation skills and can draft or assist with pleadings, briefs, motions, and discovery materials accurately and efficiently.
• You understand civil procedure, litigation workflows, filing deadlines, and the importance of thorough case organization.
• You have effective legal research and writing abilities, including confidence using Westlaw for research assignments.
• You communicate professionally and handle confidential information with sound judgment, discretion, and a client-focused approach.
• You hold a paralegal certificate or have comparable education and experience supporting attorneys in a litigation practice.

Preferred Experience:

• Three to Five years experience with deposition preparation, trial exhibits, litigation support, motion practice, and law and motion procedures will help you make an immediate impact.
• Experience supporting business litigation, torts, product liability, wrongful death, class action litigation, administrative law, or appellate matters is valued.
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Compensation and Benefits:

This in-person Olympia role offers an annual salary of $60,000 to $75,000, based on qualifications and experience. Eligible team members receive health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k); health savings accounts; medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts; vacation leave; sick leave; and holiday pay.

About the Company:

BGWP and its attorneys serve businesses, professionals, healthcare providers, property owners, lenders, and other community members, providing practical solutions with an approachable attitude. As one of the most respected law firms in Olympia, we take pride in providing personalized service, which means promptly responding to our client's needs. With seven attorneys and eight staff, we have a friendly and collegial office with people that enjoy working together in a mutually respectful atmosphere. We are looking for someone to join our team who shares our client service values. Here, you can enjoy the connection and visibility of a smaller firm while doing sophisticated, purposeful legal work alongside colleagues who value your contribution.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer and values a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and professional opportunity for all qualified applicants.

Apply Today:

If you are a motivated Litigation Paralegal, civil litigation paralegal, or legal assistant ready to contribute your research, drafting, and case-management strengths, apply today to join a collaborative Olympia law firm.