Legal Assistant

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP•Seattle, WA

10h•$52,000 - $100,027•Onsite

About The Position

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for its Seattle office. The role supports attorneys in a fast-paced environment and calls for strong organization, flexibility, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and ownership. Successful employees are described as helpful, personable, respectful, accountable, organized, timely, confidential, and responsive. The Legal Assistant drafts and reviews legal correspondence, opens and maintains client files, handles conflict-of-interest checks, manages attorneys’ calendars, and supports state and federal court filings, including electronic filings. The role requires prioritizing multiple tasks, meeting time constraints with minimal supervision, and maintaining confidentiality. Candidates must pass a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

At least 2 years of litigation secretarial experience.
Positive attitude and ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients.
Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of iManage and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Draft and review legal correspondence, proofreading for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors.
Prepare and collect conflict-of-interest checks, open new files, and maintain client files.
Maintain attorneys’ calendars with dates of importance.
Handle state and federal court filings, including electronic submissions.
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and complete them within time constraints with minimal supervision.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents.
Work-life balance.
Generous paid time off policy.
401(k) plan with a 3% employer Safe Harbor contribution.
1.5% profit-sharing contribution.
Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs.
Regular firmwide social events.