Paralegal 2 | Torts Section of the Christine O. Gregoire Spokane Division

About the role

The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Paralegal 2 in the Torts Section of the Christine O. Gregoire Spokane Division. This position is located in Spokane, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Responsibilities

• Initiate and compose formal discovery requests directed to plaintiff(s) and other parties.
• Review and prepare responses to formal discovery requests.
• Manage, organize and track voluminous discovery, including redacting confidential information and use of electronic discovery databases and supporting tools to include FileVine and Everlaw.
• Analyze facts of cases; identify legal issues; develop rapport with, secure cooperation from, and interview potential fact and expert witnesses.
• Independently create comprehensive, concise computerized reports outlining the evidence to include the evaluation and analysis of the evidence for relevance, credibility, authenticity, and admissibility.
• Identify possible witnesses and other possible sources of information and evidence; maintain contact with witnesses and clients.
• Prepare for and participate at mediation and trial.
• Prepare and manage witnesses, documentary evidence, electronic exhibits, and demonstrative evidence.
• Independently compose letters, draft pleadings and other documents for litigation; Conduct legal, medical, and other technical research for review by trial attorneys, including use of Westlaw and other resources.
• Cookordination work with experts, including communications to retain experts, manage contracts, and securely provide records.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience through: Paralegal certification
• Two-year paralegal degree
• Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification, and/or Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney
• One year experience as a Paralegal 1 in Washington State Service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil litigation experience and managing discovery to include redacting of confidential and personal information.

Benefits

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.

Pay

Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644 - $82,872 (Effective 7/1/2025) | $62,880 - $84,528 (Effective 7/1/2026)

Schedule

Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options are available.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees and volunteers to achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.