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Clallam Public Defenders

Legal Assistant

Pay: $62,400/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Port Angeles, WA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$72,912 / year median in Washington

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Legal Assistant Clallam Public Defenders Port Angeles, WA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $30 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Phone communication Attention to detail Data entry Computer skills Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join Clallam Public Defender. The Legal Assistant provides clerical support to attorneys and staff within the Public Defender's Office. This position plays a critical role in ensuring efficient case management and supporting the delivery of legal services to indigent clients. Responsibilities Prepare and draft legal documents including contracts, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence with accuracy Answering phones and relaying time-sensitive information Manage case files through filing, data entry, and document management systems to ensure all records are up-to-date Conduct thorough legal case management by organizing case materials and tracking deadlines Maintain accurate and confidential case files and records Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and the public Ensure compliance with office procedures, court deadlines, and confidentiality requirements Qualifications Strong technology and interpersonal skills Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce clear legal drafts and proofread documents meticulously Exceptional organizational skills for managing multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail Effective communication skills and coordinating with team members Ability to handle data entry tasks accurately while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 28.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person