Litigation Legal Assistant

Robert Half is partnering with a mid-size law firm in Seattle in their search for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant. This position supports a busy litigation practice and is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, manages competing priorities effectively, and brings strong attention to detail to every stage of case support. The ideal candidate will have deep experience assisting attorneys with court filings, scheduling deadlines, document preparation, and discovery coordination, with additional exposure to commercial or construction-related disputes viewed favorably.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, revise, and finalize litigation documents, correspondence, and case materials with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

• Manage electronic court filings in both state and federal courts, ensuring submissions meet all procedural and formatting requirements.

• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, case milestones, and other time-sensitive obligations.

• Coordinate discovery support by organizing records, preparing responses, and assisting with document production and review processes.

• Proofread pleadings, motions, and related legal documents to confirm consistency, completeness, and correct formatting.

• Provide day-to-day litigation support for as many as three attorneys, helping keep active matters organized and progressing efficiently.

• Assist with case file maintenance, document management, and the preparation of materials needed for hearings, depositions, and trial activities.

Salary & Benefits:

• $85,000-$105,000/year DOE
• 401K and Profit Sharing
• 17+ days PTO
• WA Paid Sick Leave
• Parking/Transportation Stipend
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Hybrid work options (2 days WFH/week)
• Fully paid healthcare coverage for employees

To be confidentially considered for this opportunity please send a resume to Sam(dot)Sheehan(at)RobertHalf(dot)(com)

• At least 5 years of experience in a litigation legal assistant or comparable litigation support role.

• Demonstrated ability to handle electronic filing procedures in both Washington state and federal courts.

• Strong working knowledge of litigation calendars, deadline management, and court-related scheduling.

• Excellent proofreading, formatting, and written communication skills in a legal setting.

• Proven ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously while managing shifting priorities.