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LHH lists this Litigation Legal Assistant opportunity in city of seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Location: Seattle, Washington
Schedule: Full-time, 37.5-hour workweek;
Hybrid schedule (4 dayson-site/1 remote)
Salary:
$85,000-$126,000 DOE
Employment Type: Direct Hire, Non-Exempt
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Job Description:
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a Seattle-based law firm to find an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of five or more partners and associates. The attorneys handle intellectual property, cybersecurity, data privacy, and related litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.
The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, knowledge of federal and state court procedures, and the ability to independently manage complex workflows and competing priorities. This position requires a proactive, highly organized professional who can anticipate attorney needs, monitor deadlines, and provide responsive, detail-oriented support.
Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to a team of five or more attorneys
Manage competing priorities, workflows, deadlines, and matter-related activities
Communicate regularly with attorneys regarding project status, outstanding items, and upcoming deadlines
Prepare, proofread, revise, and format correspondence, pleadings, subpoenas, complaints, motions, and other litigation documents
Format court filings in accordance with applicable rules, including generating tables of authorities and tables of contents
Complete electronic filings in federal and state courts, with an emphasis on the Western District of Washington
Organize exhibits, briefs, and supporting documentation for discovery, document production, trial preparation, and trial
Record and monitor deadlines through firm docketing and attorney calendar systems
Prepare engagement letters, open new matters, and coordinate with conflicts and new-business teams
Assist with attorney time entry, pre-bill review, and billing-related tasks
Coordinate meetings, conference rooms, travel arrangements, and other scheduling needs
Process expense reimbursements accurately and promptly
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, docketing, litigation support, and other administrative departments
Coordinate with internal resources and support departments while maintaining ownership of follow-through and completion
Assist with local marketing and business development initiatives as requested
Provide coverage for other legal secretaries during planned and unplanned absences
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
4+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary
High school diploma or GED required;
bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience supporting litigation matters in both federal and state courts
Proficiency with federal and state electronic filing systems
Knowledge of court rules, filing requirements, and litigation procedures
Prior experience in a large law firm or supporting patent litigation is a plus
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, including styles, track changes, document comparison, tables of authorities, and tables of contents
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems
Experience with time-entry, billing, expense-management, and AI productivity platforms is a plus
Strong attention to detail, responsiveness, judgment, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and professionally under pressure while managing multiple deadlines
Strong sense of urgency, accountability, flexibility, and resourcefulness
Washington State Notary Public designation is a plus
Ability xzgxqkn to work overtime as needed
Benefits:
Paid Time Off accrued up to 20 days per year (prorated based on hire date) plus 13 paid holidays
Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state law
Paid Parental Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options, including domestic partner coverage
401(k) or deferred compensation plan with firm contributions for eligible employees
Term life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and additional voluntary insurance options
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and employee assistance programs
Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Worksite address
city of seattle, WA, 98127, US
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