Legal Assistant

TL;DR

Legal Assistant (Civil Litigation): Providing critical administrative and litigation support for civil and insurance defense cases with an accent on document drafting, e-filing, and calendar management. Focus on coordinating trial preparation, managing court deadlines, and ensuring professional communication with clients and courts.

Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

Salary: $33-43/hour

Company

hirify.global is a nationally recognized civil defense trial firm known for its rapid growth and commitment to professional excellence and employee development.

What you will do

• Draft, format, and e-file legal pleadings and correspondence in State and Federal Courts.
• Manage case calendars and docket critical deadlines to ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate attorney travel, depositions, hearings, and conference calls.
• Assist in trial preparation and overall document management and file organization.
• Maintain high levels of professionalism and confidentiality while communicating with clients and court personnel.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
• Experience with Washington state and federal court filings.
• Solid understanding of civil litigation rules and calendar deadlines.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury law.

Culture & Benefits

• Standard 37.5-hour workweek designed to promote work-life balance.
• Competitive 401(k) program with a partial employer match.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with low employee contributions.
• Educational reimbursement program up to $3,500 per calendar year for eligible staff.
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
• Paid parental leave and annual vacation accrual.