11/11/2021
Legal Assistant, Tacoma, WA
Staff is the key to an attorney’s success. Come support a boutique law firm in downtown Tacoma as a pivotal element of their personal injury/litigation law practice. The legal assistant is needed to support two attorneys and a paralegal in the well-respected firm.
This job opportunity allows for both great experience and growth, and offers flexible hours. The applicant can choose to flex their schedule to work part time or full time as needed, provided that the applicant be diligent and conscientious with delegated responsibilities. These responsibilities include but are not limited to obtaining medical records and billings, medical summaries / chronologies, and support in obtaining / preparing documents for arbitration/trial.
Competitive pay, dependent upon experience.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:
· Legal secretary or law firm assistant experience (2-3 years minimum).
· Personal injury experience strongly preferred.
· Proficiency with standard productivity tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat).
· Ability to type at least 60 wpm with excellent grammar, spelling and proofreading skills.
· Ability to use legal research programs (e.g., Pacer, Westlaw, Lexis, etc.).
· Knowledge of local, federal, administrative court rules and filing/e-filing procedures, basic pleadings and applicable deadlines.
· Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their assistants, clients, witnesses, etc.
· Ability to manage time effectively with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
· A helpful, proactive attitude and an ability to look-ahead are desired.
· High level of professionalism.
The position is 25 -- 40 hours per week with a flexible schedule. A competitive salary will be offered to the qualified candidate. Firm provides a stable atmosphere and an excellent working environment including parking and office space.
TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to patrick@westlawtacoma.com. References will be checked following a strong interview. Apply today for immediate consideration!
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Legal Assistant, Tacoma, WA
Staff is the key to an attorney’s success. Come support a boutique law firm in downtown Tacoma as a pivotal element of their personal injury/litigation law practice. The legal assistant is needed to support two attorneys and a paralegal in the well-respected firm.
This job opportunity allows for both great experience and growth, and offers flexible hours. The applicant can choose to flex their schedule to work part time or full time as needed, provided that the applicant be diligent and conscientious with delegated responsibilities. These responsibilities include but are not limited to obtaining medical records and billings, medical summaries / chronologies, and support in obtaining / preparing documents for arbitration/trial.
Competitive pay, dependent upon experience.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:
· Legal secretary or law firm assistant experience (2-3 years minimum).
· Personal injury experience strongly preferred.
· Proficiency with standard productivity tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat).
· Ability to type at least 60 wpm with excellent grammar, spelling and proofreading skills.
· Ability to use legal research programs (e.g., Pacer, Westlaw, Lexis, etc.).
· Knowledge of local, federal, administrative court rules and filing/e-filing procedures, basic pleadings and applicable deadlines.
· Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their assistants, clients, witnesses, etc.
· Ability to manage time effectively with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
· A helpful, proactive attitude and an ability to look-ahead are desired.
· High level of professionalism.
The position is 25 -- 40 hours per week with a flexible schedule. A competitive salary will be offered to the qualified candidate. Firm provides a stable atmosphere and an excellent working environment including parking and office space.
TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to patrick@westlawtacoma.com. References will be checked following a strong interview. Apply today for immediate consideration!
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Are you looking for an employee that will be just the right fit in your office? A NALS member may be the perfect solution. NALS members have access to education and networking that will be a an added benefit for your firm.
Send your employment postings to employment@nalsofgs.org. We will post them on this page for 30 days completely free of charge.