Practice Assistant - T&E Litigation

Job Title: Practice Assistant - T&E Litigation

Location: Seattle, Washington

Schedule: Hybrid - 2 days on-site/3 remote after training

Salary: $70,000-$100,000 DOE

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established, mid-sized law firm in Seattle to identify a Trust & Estate Litigation Practice Assistant to support a high-performing and collaborative litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy practice handling complex and meaningful matters, with significant exposure to trial work and high-net-worth clients.

This team offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong internal support, within a fast-paced, high-volume litigation practice managing multiple active matters. You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on complex cases in a culture that emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and high-quality client service.

Responsibilities:

• Open new matters, run conflict checks, and assist with initial client intake
• Support motion practice, discovery, and overall case progression
• Manage deadlines, calendaring, and docketing to ensure timely filings
• Prepare, format, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and court filings
• Handle state and federal e-filing and ensure compliance with court rules
• Coordinate meetings, manage attorney calendars, and assist with scheduling
• Maintain organized electronic case files within the document management system
• Communicate with clients in a professional and composed manner, including in sensitive or emotional situations

Qualifications:

• 5 years of litigation legal assistant or practice assistant experience
• Strong litigation and trial experience required
• Trust & estate litigation experience is a plus; TEDRA experience preferred but not required
• Experience supporting high-volume, deadline-driven litigation practices
• Strong understanding of state and federal court rules and procedures
• Ability to read and interpret court rules and rulings
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills, particularly when working with high-net-worth clients
• Professional, detail-oriented, and able to take initiative in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions/profit sharing
• Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks PTO sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Onsite amenities including fitness center

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Keaton Anderson

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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