Litigation Paralegal – Hybrid (Seattle, WA)

FOR NEARLY 140 YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN A POWERFUL, INNOVATIVE FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM HELPING TO BUILD THE AMERICAN WEST. 

Fennemore isn’t your average law firm. With 20 offices in 6 states and industry-leading job satisfaction, you’ll join a dynamic team that is setting trends, breaking records, and helping clients and employees thrive. You will be a part of an extraordinary group of individuals who collaborate and find solutions together—a team that is inclusive, makes connections, and brings their passion and pride to all they do. 

Together, we strive to create an inclusive law firm that upholds respect for each other and our unique backgrounds. We commit on all levels to working together to promote equal opportunity, understand and value differences, and foster a dignified and diverse work environment. Fennemore’s commitment to our values translates into the workplace. Law.com named Fennemore is the fastest-growing law firm in the U.S., and we consistently have among the best retention statistics in the country. 

Fennemore has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Seattle, Washington office. This full-time, hybrid role requires three days in-office each week and offers the chance to work on complex commercial and corporate litigation cases. The ideal candidate will support attorneys with case management, discovery, pleadings, legal research, and court filings while also assisting with trial preparation and client communications. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative team handling high-level litigation matters.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting attorneys with complex commercial and corporate litigation matters;
• Collection, organization of, and management of case evidence and other materials, including electronic databases;
• Reviewing, coding, organizing, and preparing document productions;
• Drafting pleadings, other court papers, and discovery documents for attorney use;
• Electronic court filing (state and federal) and preparation of materials for same;
• Collection and maintenance of key document collections and witness materials;
• Research court procedures, materials in related cases, and other investigation materials regarding cases, witnesses, and experts;
• Creating and maintaining case chronologies;
• Trial preparation and support;
• Communicating with clients, experts, and other third parties; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a commercial litigation paralegal;
• A bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate are preferred;
• Previous law firm experience and/or in-house paralegal experience;
• Knowledge of civil litigation rules and procedures, including those regarding court filings;
• Superior organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several projects to completion on a deadline;
• Conscientious, thoughtful, and proactive approach to tasks and workload management, including establishing priorities, working independently, and taking initiative when appropriate;
• Proficiency in the standard collection of Microsoft Office applications;
• Proficiency with collection, production, and management of e-discovery, including substantial experience with litigation support databases (e.g., Relativity, DISCO, Everlaw, etc.); and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with all levels within the firm and externally with clients and other professional advisors, as needed. 

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Merit Increases
• On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
• Workplace Flexibility Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium Contribution
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development

PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY

Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, perspectives, and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here – even if not a perfect match -- please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodations during any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.

Salary: $85,000-$100,000/year