Paralegal 2 | Complex Litigation | Seattle & Tumwater

State of Washington•Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA

About The Position

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office is recruiting a permanent, full-time Paralegal 2 for its Complex Litigation Division. The position is located in Seattle or Tumwater, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees. The salary range is $62,880–$84,528 annually. Paralegals assigned to King County receive 5% Group C Assignment Pay, and incumbents assigned to the Seattle office receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend. The base pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The Complex Litigation Division has staff in Tumwater, Tacoma, Seattle, and Spokane. It handles substantial motion practice and cases involving large volumes of documents and data, including litigation concerning federal government actions, opioid-related matters, gambling apps, firearm laws, and the tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Case teams generally include three to eight attorneys and paralegals. The Paralegal 2 provides advanced litigation and trial support to Assistant Attorneys General in civil litigation and administrative proceedings. The role manages complex discovery and litigation support databases, conducts legal research, prepares research summaries, collaborates with attorneys and other case participants, and drafts and administers expert contracts in accordance with agency and division policies. The Attorney General’s Office describes its workplace as supportive of work-life balance and professional growth. Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options are offered. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and emphasizes diversity, inclusion, employee wellness, and a respectful and supportive working environment.

Requirements

Four years of combined experience obtained through one or more of the following: paralegal certification; a two-year paralegal degree; paralegal-plus or post-bachelor’s nine-month paralegal certification; and/or paraprofessional experience supporting an attorney.
Alternatively, one year of experience as a Paralegal 1 in Washington State service.
Applicable paraprofessional experience may include Paralegal or Legal Assistant work supporting an attorney.
Experience supporting complex civil litigation or administrative proceedings.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Ability to manage discovery and use electronic litigation support platforms such as Everlaw or similar document-review software.
Effective communication with attorneys, clients, experts, courts, and team members.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.
Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to independently initiate conversations and develop workflows to coordinate projects and assignments.
Applicants must submit a letter of interest describing their specific qualifications and a current resume detailing experience and education, in addition to completing the online application.
Applicants must complete the work experience and education sections of the online application; a resume does not substitute for completing the work experience section.

Nice To Haves

Initiative in independently identifying priorities, managing tasks, and taking proactive steps to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.
Knowledge of and ability to apply local, state, federal, and appellate court rules and filing requirements.
Case preparation skills, including coordinating discovery, reviewing case materials, and assisting with witness coordination and case preparation.
Ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines while producing accurate, timely work.
Experience using case management systems, litigation databases, and legal software to organize discovery and track case activity.
Strong organizational skills for managing large volumes of information, maintaining accurate records, and prioritizing work efficiently.
Clear and professional communication with attorneys, clients, witnesses, court personnel, and colleagues.
Investigation skills, including identifying and gathering relevant information through research, document review, and witness interviews.
Ability to recommend strategic options during case development and trial preparation, including analysis of legal issues, correlation of evidence, witness preparation, and trial presentation.

Responsibilities

Independently analyze complex litigation matters to identify legal issues, discovery needs, and case-management requirements.
Draft pleadings, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other legal documents for attorney review.
Coordinate and manage all phases of discovery, including organizing records, preparing privilege logs, tracking productions, and maintaining discovery databases.
Use litigation support software, including Everlaw, to review documents, apply redactions, create review workflows, manage productions, and maintain case databases.
Identify, collect, organize, and manage documentary, electronic, statistical, and demonstrative evidence for litigation and administrative hearings.
Assist with trial and hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, preparing trial notebooks, coordinating fact and expert witnesses, and providing in-person litigation support.
Conduct legal research using statutes, regulations, case law, administrative rules, and agency policies; prepare research memoranda and verify legal authorities.
Coordinate with litigation experts, clients, and opposing counsel regarding scheduling, document exchange, and litigation activities.
Monitor case progress, track deadlines, and collaborate with litigation teams to complete assignments on time.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment, attention to detail, and professionalism when handling sensitive legal information.
Manage testifying and consulting expert contracts, including drafting, executing, amending, and paying invoices for client agencies.
Provide advanced litigation and trial support to Assistant Attorneys General in civil litigation and administrative proceedings.
Manage complex and voluminous discovery, document review, and litigation support databases.
Collaborate with attorneys, clients, experts, and litigation team members to support effective case management and litigation outcomes.
Draft and execute expert contracts in accordance with Agency and Division policies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
Vacation, sick, and other leave.
11 paid holidays per year.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans.
Life insurance.
Dependent Care Assistance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Tuition waiver.
Deferred compensation.
Employee Recognition Leave.
Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options.
Wellness Program.
Infants in the Workplace Program.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, webinars, and other cost-free support resources.
Employee-driven affinity groups, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, and Veterans groups.
Professional development and growth opportunities.