Paralegal (Family Law)

Job Title: Family Law Paralegal

Billable hour requirement: 125 hour per month

Location: Vancouver, Washington (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Pay: $65,000-$93,000

LHH is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal with a deep understanding of Washington State family law, particularly in Clark County.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to prepare legal documentation and manage case files.
• Conduct client interviews and coordinate expert witness interviews.
• Draft legal documents, including discovery motions, affidavits, and appellate briefs.
• Investigate and respond to litigation discovery requests.
• Perform legal research and data analysis; compile and summarize findings.
• Manage 80 to 100 case files, ensuring accuracy and organization.
• Support all phases of case preparation, including discovery, trial prep, and attending trials.
• Prepare jury instructions, trial binders, and coordinate trial exhibits.
• Monitor legal fees, project status, and case budgets.
• Assist in developing office systems and procedures and support special projects as needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in high asset/high conflict family law cases.
• Certification from an ABA-approved paralegal program or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong research, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, G-Suite, and case management software (Centerbase preferred).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, managing shifting priorities with enthusiasm.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive legal matters with discretion.
  
  

Benefits Summary:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance:
• Three plan options under Regence (Blue Cross/Blue Shield) group policy.
• 100% of base medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
• 50% of base medical coverage for dependents.
• Access to employee assistance benefits.
• 401(k) Plan:
• Firm matches 100% of employee contributions up to 3% of salary.
• Firm matches 50% of contributions from 3% to 5% of salary.
• Vesting starts immediately upon employment.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
• 3 weeks of PTO annually, subject to the firm’s policy.
• Paid Holidays:
• Includes Christmas, New Year's, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and the day after, Labor Day, and Memorial Day.
• Parking:
• Provided as a taxable benefit at the primary work location if required.
  

Pay Details: $63,000.00 to $93,000.00 per year

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