Legal Assistant

Company: Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S.
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 22, 2024

Job Description:

We are a premium defense litigation law firm in the PNW. We foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment in which less experienced assistants are mentored by senior staff. Our mission is to deliver exceptional and creative representation to our clients, and to achieve effective and practical solutions which address their legal concerns. Our vision is to continue as a premier litigation defense firm in the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a new Legal Assistant to join our team. Your role will be to work with a busy team on various civil litigation matters. This position requires experience in professional liability defense, business and commercial litigation, professional negligence, personal injury, coverage, and premises liability. You will be a member of the Coverage and report to our Shareholder and work with an Associate Attorney. What You Will Do: Case management Scheduling Removals Document production Filings (State and Federal) What You Will Bring: Our ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills: Vocational Degree or Certification Litigation Personal Injury Litigation Drafting Motions Research and Writing Civil Procedure Rules Why You'll Love Us: Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. is committed to excellence in litigation defense within the Pacific Northwest. Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. provides outstanding legal representation while also seeking efficient and effective solutions to the legal challenges faced by clients. We believe in a client-centered philosophy that values both the quality of the legal services and the practical outcomes achieved. Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. also emphasize the importance of a collaborative and respectful workplace culture, individual recognition, diversity, innovation, professional development, and community service. We understand the success of the firm is built on the collective efforts of its members, who are encouraged to grow, contribute, and lead both within the firm and in the broader legal community. Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. is a law firm that is dynamic, principled, and focused on both internal excellence and external service. The firm positions itself as not just a provider of legal services, but as a leader in the legal community and an advocate for the values it upholds. Salary range for this position is $60,000 per year. We offer the following benefits: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Vacation Leave Holiday Pay Paid Time Off Long-Term Disability Short-Term Disability DEI Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Bonus/Commission: No

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