Paralegal

The Law Office of Stacy D Heard, PLLC • Seattle, WA, US

Posted 4 months ago

Description

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. You'll draft legal documents such as affidavits, prepare briefs, conduct legal research for trial preparation, and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Bill time using Clio or another case management software program
Working knowledge of Excel
Communicate with clients and other third parties via email at a high volume
Manage case deadlines

Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents
Draft subpoenas and coordinate with process servers
Hold client interviews to gather information about their legal problems
Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits

Qualifications

Must have great time-management skills, and organizational skills
Candidates must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree preferred
3+ years of legal service experience under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
Talented communicator and writer

Compensation

$70,000 - $95,000/year

About The Law Office of Stacy D Heard, PLLC

The Firm is well-respected for its intense advocacy, strong work ethic, pragmatism, and compassion in cases involving international family law issues for both traditional and non-traditional families. The firm advocates skillfully and effectively, compassionately helping clients navigate transitions or crises,