Paralegal Assistant

Perkins Coie•Seattle, WA

3d•$49,360 - $76,570

About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE Perkins Coie is seeking a Paralegal Assistant who will become an expert in navigating client’s internal systems to gather information related to legal matters. Navigate complex technology systems to locate, organize, and compile documents and data requested by lawyers and paralegals for use in litigation. Maintain indices and filing, prepare documents, and assemble information for presentation of legal evidence. Develop strong working relationship with and deep knowledge about a large, diverse, technology client. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation. Search and retrieve information using client databases. Compile information for discovery responses deposition preparation. Transfer client documents from client-issued laptops to Perkins Coie drives and update tracking matrix. Redact client documents prior to productions. Assist with accurate document productions. Maintain document inventories and indices. Prepare deposition and trial exhibits. Organize and number documents and compile data as directed by lawyers and paralegals. Assemble and organize documents into electronic binders. Search and/or retrieve documents containing information requested by lawyer or paralegal. Maintain departmental and case files, including obtaining information or documents from outside parties. Perform research and investigative tasks, including obtaining information or documents from outside parties, as directed. Organize documents or reports for in-house and/or outside distribution. Assist with the preparation of statistical and comparative analyses. Complete various other legal practice support tasks as assigned by lawyers or paralegals. Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to express self effectively, both orally and in writing.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to type 50 wpm with accuracy.
Ability to work in fast-paced environment, handle multiple assignments, and work well under pressure.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of one year of related work experience or equivalent.
Paralegal Assistant or legal support experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Ability to navigate and deliver results within a large, complex organization.
Curiosity.
Tolerance for ambiguity.
Sense of humor.
Interest in experimenting and innovating, inventing and simplifying.
Nimble use of technology, including the ability to work across several document management systems.
Practice group-specific experience preferred.
Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience with project management or knowledge management preferred.

Responsibilities

Search and retrieve information using client databases.
Compile information for discovery responses deposition preparation.
Transfer client documents from client-issued laptops to Perkins Coie drives and update tracking matrix.
Redact client documents prior to productions.
Assist with accurate document productions.
Maintain document inventories and indices.
Prepare deposition and trial exhibits.
Organize and number documents and compile data as directed by lawyers and paralegals.
Assemble and organize documents into electronic binders.
Search and/or retrieve documents containing information requested by lawyer or paralegal.
Maintain departmental and case files, including obtaining information or documents from outside parties.
Perform research and investigative tasks, including obtaining information or documents from outside parties, as directed.
Organize documents or reports for in-house and/or outside distribution.
Assist with the preparation of statistical and comparative analyses.
Complete various other legal practice support tasks as assigned by lawyers or paralegals.
Perform other duties, as assigned.