Job Description
Our client, a leading AmLaw 100 firm known for its collaborative culture and high-profile litigation work, is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to join its Seattle office on a hybrid schedule. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex, medium-to-large litigation matters, with a focus on employment disputes. The ideal candidate will bring significant litigation experience, strong eDiscovery skills (Relativity preferred), and the ability to manage cases from intake through trial preparation. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented, tech-savvy professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes legal environments. This is a hybrid position.
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing comprehensive support to attorneys on medium to large litigation matters, primarily related to employment litigation. The role requires advanced case management, research, discovery, and trial preparation skills, as well as the ability to oversee and collaborate with legal secretaries, administrative staff, clerks, and/or temporary employees on client-related tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in leveraging modern legal technology and tools to streamline litigation processes and deliver exceptional client service.
RESPONSIBILITIES Case Management- Serves as the central point of communication for litigation teams, ensuring seamless coordination and information sharing across all project assignments
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date calendar systems in collaboration with secretaries and docketing personnel
- Oversees the creation, indexing, and ongoing maintenance of complex case files and document collections using modern document management systems and platforms
- Proofreads legal memoranda for typographical and grammatical accuracy; verifies citations to legal authorities and evidence in compliance with The Bluebook and/or other court-specific requirements
- Coordinates and manages court filings, including electronic submissions, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements
Research & Discovery- Conducts advanced fact research and analysis using online databases, public agencies, courts, and other sources; prepares detailed memoranda summarizing findings
- Manages specialized document collections, including witness files, subject/issue files, and expert reliance documents
- Drafts initial versions of discovery requests, responses, pleadings, and memoranda
- Assists with document collection and tracking, ensuring proper handling of electronically stored information (ESI) in collaboration with Practice Support and eDiscovery Project Managers, and outside service provider support teams
- Conducts interviews with witnesses and custodians to gather relevant information
- Coordinates with internal resources and outside service providers (as needed) for document production and review; performs quality control assessments of service provider work
- Executes complex database searches to retrieve relevant documents and prepares exhibits for depositions
- Drafts privilege logs and performs initial document reviews to identify responsiveness, relevance, and privilege
- Summarizes deposition transcripts and manages/tracks depositions
Preparation for and Assistance at Trial or Other Proceedings- Assists with all-phases of mediation, arbitration or trial proceedings, including preparation of exhibit and witness lists, deposition designations, witness preparation, and trial briefs
- Coordinates logistics with court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, and necessary trial support vendors
- Ability to operate courtroom technology and presentation tools, ensuring seamless integration with courtroom personnel and other counsel
- Provides on-site trial support, including managing trial exhibits, coordinating witnesses, assisting with direct and cross-examination materials and other pertinent trial presentation materials, and summarizing trial testimony
- Supervises junior paralegals and document clerks during trial preparation and proceedings
Administrative Tasks- Records billable time and tasks in compliance with firm policies and client billing protocols; ensure timely submission of time entries
- Submits accurate records of hours worked in accordance with firm deadlines
- Maintains consistent attendance and punctuality, adhering to schedules for breaks, lunches, and meetings
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS- Significant paralegal experience, depending upon practice area and position available
- Bachelor’s degree and completion of paralegal program of study preferred, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skill
- Exceptional time and task management abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Excellent written and oral communication skills at a post-college level
- Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook) for drafting and editing complex documents and spreadsheets,
- Proficiency in the use of legal research and document retention databases such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research platforms to conduct legal and fact research for the effective management of complex evidence and case files
- Proficiency in the use of trial support software (e.g., Trial Director or OnCue)
- Proficiency in the use of eDiscovery document review platforms, specifically Relativity
- Availability for overtime as needed to meet deadlines and support trial schedules
Expected salary for this non-exempt role is $88,000 - $129,000, commensurate with experience, training, skills, qualifications, and other market factors.
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