Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Shishido Goldsworthy PLLC Seattle, WA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $30 - $45 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Trial material preparation assistance Court record maintenance Microsoft Outlook Serving clients Phone communication Legal office phone management Managing court exhibits Employment law Word embeddings Employment law case experience Filing Legal discovery Legal document sorting and filing Mid-level Legal client correspondence writing Meeting scheduling Legal administrative experience Trial attendance assistance Organizational skills Court case file organization Medical record review for legal cases Legal case management Paralegal experience Communication skills Adobe Acrobat Office phone management Full Job Description About Us Shishido Goldsworthy PLLC is a boutique plaintiff-side employment law firm representing employees in discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour, and other workplace matters throughout Washington. We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented paralegal who enjoys working closely with attorneys and clients in a collaborative, professional environment. As a small firm, every member of our team plays an important role, and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our clients and our practice.

Responsibilities Responsibilities will include:

Managing case files from intake through resolution Drafting correspondence and routine legal documents Assisting with discovery, document production, and case organization Scheduling depositions, mediations, and other litigation events Preparing and organizing exhibits Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel Maintaining litigation calendars and tracking deadlines Requesting, organizing, and summarizing medical, employment, and personnel records Assisting with trial and mediation preparation Answering/returning phone calls and managing firm scheduling Performing other litigation support tasks as assigned Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Two to three years of paralegal or litigation legal assistant experience Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to be proactive, take initiative, and work independently The ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook Experience using Adobe Acrobat for legal document management A professional, positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a small team Experience in employment litigation is preferred but not required. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay of $30.00-$45.00, depending on experience Paid sick leave Paid holidays Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility Additional benefits may be discussed during the hiring process Who Will Thrive Here We are looking for someone who is: Dependable Organized Proactive Curious and eager to learn Comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with the attorneys Committed to providing exceptional service to our clients If you enjoy working in a collegial environment where your work matters and you take pride in helping clients navigate difficult employment issues, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply Please submit:

Resume Brief cover letter describing your interest in the position Three professional references Shishido Goldsworthy PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Pay:

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98104