Paralegal 2, Torts Division, Tacoma or Tumwater
Salary
$5,137.00
- $6,906.00 Monthly
Location Thurston County
- Tumwater, WA
Job Type
Full Time
- Permanent
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2026-02981
Department
Attorney General's Office
Division
Torts
- Olympia
Opening Date
04/08/2026
Closing Date
4/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.
wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
Position and Salary
The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Paralegal 2 in the Torts Division. This position is located in Tumwater or Tacoma, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644
- $82,872
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.
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.
Excellent benefits
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); 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. With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer:
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
Do you excel at multi-tasking? Have a knack for the intricacies of trial preparation and discovery management? Do you thrive in environments that value the ability to adapt and where no two days are the same? If you've got a sharp eye for detail, a love for the law, and stellar organizational skills, then keep reading.
The Torts Division of the AGO is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal to join our team. We are a team of passionate legal professionals dedicated to protecting the public interest, advocating for our state clients, and driving meaningful outcomes in service of the State. We take pride in building an inclusive, diverse team where everyone's voice is heard. We value public service, integrity, and professionalism, and are committed to a high quality of work product and maintaining a work environment where all employees can thrive. If you want to make a difference while growing in your legal career, this is the place for you.
Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 2
Expertly drafting and editing pleadings, motions, discovery, and other documents in both state and federal courts.
Finetuning knowledge management and organizational processes to efficiently and productively manage case files and documents.
Providing the high-quality support and preparation needed for depositions, hearings, settlement conferences, and trials.
Leading logistical analysis while coordinating discovery and document production.
Skillfully navigating e-filing requirements and court systems.
Being the go-to person that our attorneys can count on to support our mission of providing excellent legal services for the State of Washington
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 four years of experience
- through:
Paralegal certification
Two-year paralegal degree
Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification,
and/or
Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney
OR
One year experience as a Paralegal 1 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
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)
And 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! Learn more about the AGO here. 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 Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding
