Legal Assistant

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Temporary Legal Assistant for a respected, mission-driven legal services organization dedicated to expanding access to justice for underserved and diverse communities. This is an onsite position based in Tacoma, Washington. This will be a full time 8-week+ contract opportunity.



Position Overview:
This temporary Legal Assistant will provide essential administrative and case support to a collaborative legal team during a staff leave. The role is fast-paced and highly organized, supporting attorneys with document preparation, case coordination, and client communication. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and values working in a service-driven environment supporting equitable access to legal resources.



Perks:

• Competitive hourly pay of $33 per hour
• Meaningful work supporting equitable access to legal services
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Consistent weekday schedule with work-life balance
• Opportunity to gain hands-on legal experience in a mission-driven setting

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and case support to attorneys and legal staff
• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documents and case files
• Assist with court filings and related processes
• Coordinate client communication and scheduling
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Support day-to-day office operations and team needs

Qualifications:

• Experience in legal support or administrative coordination
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Commitment to working with diverse and underserved communities

Compensation:
This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $33 per hour.



About Our Search Firm
Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a national award-winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.


We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.


Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.


For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.