Puget Law Group (PLG), immediate opening for a rapidly growing Criminal Defense Law Firm in the Puget Sound area, is seeking an experienced Defense Paralegal for our Seattle location. The position will start in our Tacoma location for training before transferring to Seattle office.
PLG is the top-rated law firm of its kind in the Pacific Northwest – and one of the fastest growing law firms in the nation. For the past three years, PLG has been listed in the Inc. 5000 “Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S.,” and the Puget Sound Business Journal’s “Fastest Growing Private Companies in Washington State,” In addition, we were recently listed as “the Fastest Growing Criminal Defense Law Firm in America” (Law Firm 500, 2021).
Through an unwavering commitment to growth, to excellence both in business and in the courtroom, and to caring for each client as though they were our only client, we are building the Injury and Criminal Defense law firm of the future.
This is an excellent opportunity for an exceptionally skilled Paralegal to join a dynamic legal team and contribute to the success of a fast-paced practice. Opening to start immediately. You will be supporting a well-respected attorney at our Seattle location from scheduling and filing documents in several jurisdictions, process discovery, draft motions, other pleadings, and provide criminal litigation support. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently yet be an enthusiastic team member with a growth mindset providing our clients with the best possible results.
Responsibilities and duties are as follows:
- Proficient and competent in managing caseload from intake to disposition in several jurisdictions
- Organize, maintain, monitor attorneys’ hearing and trial calendars
- Schedule client’s treatment programs
- Draft, prepare, file documents in several jurisdictions
- Manage case files using our electronic case management system Clio
- Prepare and organize physical case files, discovery and trial binders
- Download, organize, review and index investigation materials
- Communicate with court staff, prosecutors and clients
- Meet with clients for discovery review
- Assist attorney(s) in preparing for trials
- Receptionist duties
- Perform additional tasks as assigned
Previous experience as a Criminal Legal Assistant and/or Paralegal with litigation support (3 years) required, along with attention to detail, a winning disposition, and ability to effectively handle stressful moments with a smile. Familiarity with MS Office/Outlook, Adobe and Clio (or similar CMS software) required.
Position is on-site, full time (40/wk). We offer competitive pay depending on experience and performance. Generous benefits include PTO/Sick Leave, Health Insurance (including Vision/Dental), HSA and 401k with Corporate Matching.
To apply for the position, please submit the following to help us determine if we’re right for each other: please email your resume, salary requirements, and two references with “YOUR NEXT LEVEL PARALEGAL” in the subject line to careers@pugetlawgroup.com Only submissions meeting these criteria will be considered.
To learn more about PLG, please visit our website at www.pugetlawgroup.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.00 – $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Seattle, WA 98164: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 5 years (Required)
- Criminal defense law: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person