Legal Assistant Or Experienced Legal Assistant

Description

GLP Attorneys is the largest personal injury law firm in Washington State, with more than 170 employees across 10 locations serving communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. Our attorneys and staff provide skilled, compassionate advocacy to individuals and families affected by serious personal injuries, including automobile and trucking collisions, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, and other complex matters. We are known for our professionalism, ethics, and commitment to achieving meaningful results for our clients.

We are equally committed to creating an exceptional workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Guided by our core values of Commitment, Creativity, Compassion, Collaboration, and Community, we offer career growth, stability, and opportunities to make a difference through employee-led programs and community events. Our workplace culture has been recognized through multiple Best Places to Work and Best Of awards, reflecting our ongoing commitment to helping every member of our team thrive personally and professionally.

GLP Attorneys is seeking a Legal Assistant or Experienced Legal Assistant to join our Silverdale team. This is a full-time position with regular working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position is initially based in the office during training, with the possibility of hybrid flexibility after training is successfully completed, depending on business needs and the requirements of the role. Travel between our Tacoma and Silverdale offices may also be required up to 10% of the time.

In this role, you will support clients and legal teams throughout the life of a case. Responsibilities include opening new client files; communicating with clients, medical providers, insurers, and other involved parties; responding to client questions; conducting client reviews; preparing correspondence; maintaining accurate case records; assisting with PIP claims; coordinating medical bill payments; and verifying account balances.

This position requires strong organization, attention to detail, responsiveness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Your work will directly support the exceptional service and meaningful results GLP Attorneys delivers to its clients.

Requirements

In This Position, You Will

• Work closely with the assigned attorney(s) and legal team(s) to support an active caseload.
• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to help ensure cases are managed efficiently and effectively.
• Open new client files, maintain accurate case records, assist with PIP claims, and verify account balances.
• Communicate regularly with clients, healthcare providers, insurers, and other involved parties.
• Prepare client correspondence, respond to inquiries, and conduct client reviews.
• Coordinate medical bill payments and maintain related records and documentation.
• Manage multiple priorities while providing responsive, compassionate service to clients.

What You Bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Advanced education or a paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Experience as a legal assistant or in a professional office environment is highly desired.
• Prior experience in plaintiffs' personal injury law is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written communication skills and experience preparing professional correspondence.
• Confidence communicating with clients, healthcare providers, and other parties by telephone and email.
• Strong attention to detail, balanced with the ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to providing excellent client service.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly base pay range for this position is $23.00 to $26.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for bonus compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors, including work location, experience, education, and job-related skills.

GLP Attorneys offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; life insurance; an employee assistance program; and a 401(k)-retirement plan with profit-sharing features.

GLP Attorneys pays 100% of the employee premium for employees enrolled in the HSA-preferred medical plan and contributes toward dependent coverage. Additional benefits include:

• Paid vacation and paid sick and safe leave
• Paid holidays, a floating birthday, and a flexible holiday
• Firm-sponsored bonus days
• Paid parental leave
• Anniversary bonuses
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Public transportation and parking subsidies
• Wellness programming
• Opportunities to participate in firm committees and community initiatives

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in joining GLP Attorneys. Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your interest in the position and the experience you would bring to the role. Please include your salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GLP Attorneys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are based on legitimate business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, use of a trained service animal, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

GLP Attorneys provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, applicants with pregnancy-related needs, and individuals who's sincerely held religious beliefs require accommodation. Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process may contact Human Resources.