Litigation Paralegal

Tyson & Mendes
Seattle, WA
Category Legal
Job Description
Role Overview

Join a leading litigation team as a paralegal, supporting attorneys in civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect matters. This is a hybrid position working in office as needed.

What You Will Do

Assist attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, and case management. Manage trial exhibits, charts, and trial notebooks. Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We're looking for a highly motivated paralegal with at least three years of experience in civil litigation. You should be skilled in processing records and trial preparation, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

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

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
  • Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
  • Paid parental leave at base pay rate
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)
  • 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
  • Annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000
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