Paralegal - Seattle, WA | Remote

Firm: Remote-first since 2015 | Supportive team culture | Growth-minded, client-centered practice

About the Role

At Elise Buie Family Law Group (EBFLG), we redefine the standard of care in family law. We combine fierce advocacy with civility, and we build a workplace where people can do meaningful work and still live their lives.

We’re looking for a highly organized, emotionally intelligent Paralegal who can confidently manage the moving pieces of family law litigation with professionalism and care. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, an excellent communicator, and comfortable serving as a key point of contact for clients navigating difficult transitions. If you take pride in polished work product, well-managed case files, and delivering compassionate client service, you’ll thrive on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• People-Forward Culture: A collaborative, integrity-centered team grounded in compassion, civility, and helping families through difficult transitions.
• Remote-First Workplace: Enjoy the flexibility of working fully remotely with strong systems, collaboration, and team support in place.
• Competitive Pay: $30–$50/hour, depending on experience and chosen billable target

Benefits

Full-time employees and/or their dependents are offered partially subsidized medical and dental insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, and a matching 401k plan, subject to plan requirements. Employees will also receive up to 4 weeks of PTO, 9 paid holidays, 5 paid personal days, bonding leave (paid and unpaid), sick leave, and paid volunteer time.

Additional information about perks and benefits provided to EBFLG employees.

Responsibilities

Litigation + Legal Support

• Prepare, organize, and maintain litigation documents, pleadings, and case files
• Assist with discovery preparation and responses
• Draft motions and supporting documents in collaboration with attorneys
• Support mediation and trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, and file organization

Client Communication + Case Coordination

• Serve as a compassionate and professional point of contact for clients
• Coordinate scheduling, deadlines, and case logistics
• Help keep cases on track by proactively managing tasks, follow-ups, and next steps

Research + Document Drafting

• Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and preparation
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and refining documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and professionalism
• Help produce polished, court-ready work product that reflects the firm’s standards of excellence

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience and strong knowledge of Washington State court rules and motion practice (King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties)
• Strong tech fluency (or learns fast): Clio, Dropbox, Adobe, MS Office 365, Slack, Zoom
• Stellar writing skills
• Comfortable with coaching and practicing radical candor
• Stable internet and access to a phone
• Ability to relate to people across diverse backgrounds with respect and ease
• Commitment to meet mutually agreed upon billable hour requirements

Pay

$30–$50/hour, depending on experience and chosen billable target

About Us

Founded in 2015 by Elise Buie, EBFLG is a Seattle-based family law firm that has been remote-first since day one. We help clients move through life transitions with dignity and resilience, and we build a team culture rooted in care, integrity, and excellence.