Job Description

Paralegal - Personal Injury

Seattle, WA

Hybrid (in-office 3x a week)

Our client, a personal injury law firm is looking for a Paralegal to support their dedicated and knowledgeable litigation team. This role will play an essential part in managing cases from start to finish and is ideal for a detail-oriented, motivated professional who enjoys collaborating with attorneys and taking on meaningful responsibility in a dynamic legal environment.

The ideal candidate is sharp, detailed, and experienced in managing a demanding caseload with minimal supervision. Prior litigation experience is required (including trial prep) and familiarity with personal injury experience highly preferred.

Paralegal Responsibilities:

• Oversee personal injury cases from initial intake through trial preparation and court proceedings.
• Communicate regularly with clients through phone, email, and virtual meetings to provide updates and guidance.
• Liaise with courts, opposing counsel, and external agencies as needed.
• Manage electronic filing, service, and document organization using ECF/ECR systems.
• Maintain accurate calendars for hearings, deadlines, meetings, and depositions.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Anticipate attorney needs and help plan next steps in case strategy.
• Monitor case expenses and coordinate subrogation matters.
• Examine medical and agency records to support case evaluation.
• Handle e-discovery and compile demand packages, medical summaries, and chronologies.
• Assist with trial preparation, including coordinating witnesses, organizing exhibits, preparing jury instructions, and supporting trial presentations.

Paralegal Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of law firm experience, litigation required, personal injury preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal court rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and legal case management software, typing 70+ wpm preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple deadlines, and work independently or in a team.
• Professional, calm under pressure, and discreet with confidential information.
• Positive, proactive attitude and open to mentoring and supporting colleagues.

Company Benefits:

• 100% employee paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid time-off and holidays
• 401k + contributions
• Free parking

Compensation: $75,000 - $100,000 + bonus