Labor & Employment Paralegal

We are currently assisting our client, a respected law firm based in the Pacific Northwest, with a search for a Labor and Employment Paralegal for their Seattle office.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Labor and Employment Paralegal assists attorneys in the delivery of legal services to the firm's clients and works under the direction of the firm's lawyers and, in many instances, directly with clients.  Responsibilities for client work are directed by an attorney.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1.         Technical Information & Research

Highly organized and experienced in litigation, with preference for experience in labor and employment law. Applies knowledge of codes, statutes, regulations and procedures related to the assigned practice area.  Conducts pre-claim investigations, legal research and initial case assessments.  Obtains records and documents; interviews clients, parties and witnesses; prepares subpoenas; locates expert witnesses; manages litigation review databases; reviews literature and searches databases.  Assembles and organizes factual information.

2.         Draft Documents

Drafts or assists with drafting interrogatories, requests for production, basic motions, witness and deposition outlines, privilege logs; drafts correspondence to clients.

3.         Document Management

Manages collection of discovery documents from clients; manages eDiscovery litigation review
databases; manages outside reviewers; manages document productions; maintains collection, production and privilege logs.  Oversees disposition of documents at the end of the case.

4.         Analysis

Annotates, summarizes or categorizes testimony, documents, physical evidence or other information; assists with determining relevance and privilege; critiques experts' reports.

5.         Trial Preparation

Assists with pretrial motions; prepares trial notebooks and trial exhibits; schedules witnesses; files lists of exhibits and witnesses with court; and arranges for trial support services.

6.         Client Services

Develops and maintains positive relationships with the firm's clients.

7.         Administrative Duties

Performs administrative responsibilities assigned by the practice area or department chair.  Examples include disseminating changes in the codes, statutes, regulations and procedures to others in the firm and maintaining current files of forms used in the assigned practice area.

Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES

Must possess the following capabilities:  analytical skills; excellent planning and organizational skills; initiative; good judgment; project management skills; excellent oral communication skills; excellent written communication skills; high work standards; technical knowledge in the area of practice-related codes, statutes and regulations; ability to learn; ability to establish effective follow-up procedures; positive impact with clients and co-workers; strong client service orientation; ability to demonstrate teamwork/cooperation with others; adaptability; and ability to work on a variety of projects, make fast decisions, work with detailed information, work independently and at a fast pace.

Technical Knowledge

Must have prior experience with online litigation document review databases.  Must have a strong understanding of the EDRM.  Must have prior experience with or be capable of rapidly understanding, interpreting and applying to various client circumstances the full range of codes, statutes and procedures related to the assigned practice area.

Physical and Mental Capabilities

Must be capable of operating a telephone, calculator, personal computer and printer and learning/using software required to successfully perform job functions, e.g., electronic mail; drafting correspondence and documents; proofreading for correct grammar, punctuation and spelling; reading and interpreting legal correspondence, memoranda, documents, reference publications or reference books and technical manuals in printed form or on a computer screen; occasionally lifting and carrying boxes of files or documents weighing up to 25 pounds; and using a hand truck.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree is preferred. Must have 3 to 5 years of related experience that demonstrates analytical and written research capabilities.

NORMAL WORK HOURS

This position is nonexempt and eligible for overtime compensation.  Responsiveness during regular office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. is essential, and the ability to work longer hours is essential during peak workload periods.  Occasionally may be required to travel out of town overnight(s) to assist with document productions, attend trial, etc.

Location:  Seattle, hybrid 3 days per week in office
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY. US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.
Work sponsorship is not available at this time.

Compensation Range: $70,000 - $117,00 depending on experience

Benefits: Excellent benefits including paid family & medical leave, competitive PTO, remote work options, medical, dental, vision, life long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options. HSA with firm contribution, a pre-tax transportation/parking plan including an employer monthly subsidy of $100 for individuals who work 3+ days/week in the office, and an annual contribution into the employee’s retirement plan.

About Hansell Tierney:
Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest.  Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way.  Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities.  We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises.  Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique needs.