Paralegal

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at View phone number on click.appcast.io or Position and Salary The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for two permanent full time Paralegal 4 positions in the Torts Division. These positions may be located in Tumwater, Seattle, Tacoma or Spokane, Washington, and are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Paralegal 4 Salary Range 62: $73,284 - $98,520 (Effective 7/1/2025) | $74,748 - $100,488 (Effective 7/1/2026). The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Stipends and Pay Adjustments Note : Paralegal 4s assigned to work within King County receive a 5 % premium in addition to their base pay under Article 42.10B (Salary Adjustments) for recruitment and retention purposes. If a 5 % premium or another compensation adjustment achieving a comparable pay differential is later incorporated into the WFSE GG CBA for King County Paralegal 4 positions, this temporary premium under Article 42.10B will be discontinued. Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5 % King County Location Pay stipend. Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5 % Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities. Benefits Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependents; Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. Flexible schedules and part‑time/hybrid telework options; A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost‑free support resources; Numerous employee‑driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference! About the Torts Division The Torts Division is the largest division within the Attorney General’s Office and is responsible for defending tort claims and lawsuits brought against Washington State agencies, officers, and employees. Its work spans a wide range of complex and impactful legal issues, including highway design, release and supervision of offenders, injuries on state property, medical malpractice, employment disputes, childcare and custody matters, auto accidents, maritime injuries, false arrests, and allegations of excessive force. In addition to litigation, the Division provides legal and risk‑management guidance to the Office of Financial Management and state agencies on tort‑related matters. Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 4 The Torts Division of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office is seeking a highly skilled and experienced paralegal to serve in a key leadership role supporting complex, high impact litigation in a high‑pressure legal environment. This position serves as the supervisor for the Division’s Paralegal 3s and their supervisees, serves as the lead paralegal on some of the AGO’s most complex and high‑impact tort cases, provides discovery support and guidance on complex cases in coordination with other paralegals, and provides trial training and support. What You Will Do Provide leadership and supervision to the Division’s Trial Team Paralegal 3s. Serve as lead paralegal on the most complex and high impact litigation. Serve as discovery and database manager in high volume discovery cases in coordination with other paralegals. Serve as trainer and second chair on complex trials. Why This Role Is Unique Leadership position that allows you to develop your skills while mentoring and supporting others. Provide training, technology and professional development through collaboration with paralegals within the Division. Work on the most complex, high‑profile torts litigation in the State. Ideal Candidate We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced paralegal competent in the areas of complex discovery, trial, training and supervision. The ideal candidate would thrive in complex litigation environments and collaborate well with others to provide guidance and oversight. This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement. Required Qualifications Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100 % of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate your combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated using an intentional equity lens. Combination of seven years of experience* through: Paralegal certification Two‑year paralegal degree Paralegal plus (or nine‑month paralegal, post‑BA) certification Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney One year experience as a Paralegal 3 in Washington State Service *You may have gained applicable paraprofessional experience through previous Paralegal or Legal Assistant work. Examples of paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney: Preparing legal pleadings and legal correspondence Ensuring and verifying timely and proper service of legal documents Calculating, verifying, and calendaring critical events and other dates Managing case documents, files and exhibits Tracking and organizing discovery documents Researching legal issues and verifying legal citations and references for accuracy Skills & Abilities Advanced litigation skills including trial experience and high‑volume complex discovery Strong leadership and supervisory skills including ability to mentor staff and support professional development Strong organizational and project management skills to coordinate large volumes of information and manage competing demands Strong litigation technology skills including experience with e‑discovery platforms, document databases and large‑scale document review Ability to evaluate and determine workload needs and self‑assign and monitor Ability to manage complex litigation support projects with minimal supervision Ability to prioritize work and collaborate effectively About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes: Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations) Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources) Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes) Much more. Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state’s interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Commitment to Diversity Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds— and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment. One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for the Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network’s Outstanding Agency Award in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award. Application Instructions In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position: A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position; A current resume detailing experience and education. Read the Following Information Completely Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting. You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days. The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” and “education” sections of your application in completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E‑Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. 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