Litigation Paralegal
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders)
- Manage trial preparation including: coordination of witnesses and travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines
- Independently obtain, review and organize medical records/medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damage
- Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
- Routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation
Requirements
- Paralegal certification
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
- Experience with litigation in the state of Washington is highly encouraged
- Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
- Ability to work in office as needed
- High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
- Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Compensation Package
- The hourly pay range of $35-48/hour, depending on experience
- Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
- Paralegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000
- Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)
- Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
- Paid parental leave at base pay rate
Benefits
- 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
- Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Multiple social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
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Pay Range
$35 - $48 USD
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