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Our small but busy Law Office is looking for an efficient, organized Legal Assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle some office correspondence, including answering phone calls occasionally and emails. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you.

Compensation is $50,000+ DOE (PTO, 401(k)) with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, Bonus Program)

$50,000+ yearly DOE

• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly
• Help with creating a variety of documents, and proofreading documents when necessary
• Take care of some administrative tasks, emails, and communicate closely with Attorneys and Legal Staff
• Excellent writing, grammar, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
• Complete court filings (e-file in Pierce and King Counties)

• Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Proficient with MS Office products
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm
• Experience in Washington State
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize, calendar, monitor, and meet deadlines
• Experience in organizing and maintaining electronic and paper client files
• Experience drafting, editing, and finalizing correspondence and any other documents assigned by paralegals and attorneys

We are a well-established Renton, Washington law firm. The firm has been dedicated to assisting families and individuals in the areas of probate, guardianships, estate planning, trust administration, special needs planning/administration, and elder law. Our goal is to provide clients with excellent legal services. We aspire for clients to have peace of mind, feel well-informed, and be respected.