Legal Assistant - Litigation

NW Recruiting PartnersEverett, WA

$60,000 - $70,000 / year

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Overview

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$60,000-$70,000/year

Job Description

Legal Assistant – Landlord-Tenant/Probate

Everett, WA

Join our client—a mission-driven, client-centered law firm advocating for tenants and buyers in real estate, housing and probate matters. They’re hiring a Legal Assistant who can confidently support fast-paced litigation—owning case organization, managing deadlines, and keeping matters moving from initial filing through resolution. They are open to candidates with either strong Landlord/Tenant experience or strong Probate experience.

Legal Assistant Responsibilities:

Prepare and file legal documents such as eviction notices, pleadings, motions, rent demand letters and/or estate administration documents.
Maintain case files, track deadlines, and support high-volume litigation workflows
Communicate with internal staff, clients, property managers, process servers, and court staff
Conduct research on housing and probate laws and local regulations and/or working knowledge of probate terminology, procedures and local court rules
Assist with hearing and trial preparation, including exhibits and case summaries
Support rent collection efforts, including garnishments and levy documentation and/or experience handling sensitive estate documents

Legal Assistant Qualifications:

At least 2 years of litigation experience, including exposure to landlord-tenant, real estate or probate matters.
Strong understanding of eviction procedures and housing court processes, familiarity with real estate purchase and sale transactions and/or knowledge of probate procedures.
Solid practice management skills and ability to support attorneys across multiple active matters.
Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved program preferred).
Tech-savvy, with experience using e-filing systems, case management software (e.g., Clio), Microsoft Office, and AI-enabled tools.
Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and proven ability to manage deadlines effectively.

Company Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid time-off and holidays
IRA Retirement Plan with matching

Compensation: $60,000-$70,000/annually

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