Legal Administrative Assistant

Are you a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant looking to join a dynamic Family Law firm based in Seattle, WA? Our practice focuses on high-conflict divorce, international law, custody matters, and complex parenting and financial issues. This position offers excellent prospects for career advancement within our firm. We need a Legal Assistant who is an exceptional communicator both verbally and in writing, possesses a high level of compassion towards clients, excels in organization, time management, is detail-oriented, and thrives in autonomous work environments. The role involves providing support to our attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced setting. Key details about the role :

• Location : Seattle, WA
• Office hours : Monday to Friday, 8 : 30 AM to 5 : 00 PM (hybrid)
• The initial 90 days will be spent mostly in-office for training and team building. If you shine in high-pressure situations, excel in problem-solving, and enjoy overcoming challenges, this position may be the perfect fit for you. Join us in our commitment to delivering top-notch legal services to clients. Responsibilities :
• Answering incoming phone calls
• Drafting and responding to correspondence
• Communicating with clients, opposing parties, opposing counsel, third parties, and court personnel
• Managing a high volume of email and prioritization
• Scheduling, calendaring, and tracking deadlines
• Client file and document management
• Client intake interviews
• Assisting the paralegal with preparing pleadings, discovery, and other case materials
• Administrative tasks
• Filing Qualifications : A qualified candidate should value providing high-quality service to clients and should possess the following skills and qualifications :
• Two years of family law or litigation experience
• Mastery of professional administrative skills, including proficiency with Microsoft and Adobe Office Applications
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work products under strict deadlines
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Professional demeanor Compensation : $25 - $35 hourly
• Answering incoming phone calls
• Drafting and responding to correspondence
• Communicating with clients, opposing parties, opposing counsel, third parties, and court personnel
• Managing a high volume of email and prioritization
• Scheduling, calendaring, and tracking deadlines
• Client file and document management
• Client intake interviews
• Assisting the paralegal with preparing pleadings, discovery, and other case materials
• Administrative tasks
• Filing