Labor and Employment Paralegal - Seattle, United States - Stoel Rives LLP

Stoel Rives LLP Seattle, United States

3 weeks ago

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Position Description

Labor and Employment Paralegal Location Seattle, WA

Stoel Rives LLP has an immediate opening for a Labor and Employment Paralegal in our Seattle office. This position assists attorneys in the delivery of legal services to the firm's clients and works under the direction of the firm's lawyers and, in many instances, directly with clients. Responsibilities for client work are directed by an attorney.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Technical Information & Research

Highly organized and experienced in litigation, with preference for experience in labor and employment law. Applies knowledge of codes, statutes, regulations and procedures related to the assigned practice area. Conducts pre-claim investigations, legal research and initial case assessments. Obtains records and documents; interviews clients, parties and witnesses; prepares subpoenas; locates expert witnesses; manages litigation review databases; reviews literature and searches databases. Assembles and organizes factual information.

2. Draft Documents

Drafts or assists with drafting interrogatories, requests for production, basic motions, witness and deposition outlines, privilege logs; drafts correspondence to clients.

3. Document Management

Manages collection of discovery documents from clients; manages eDiscovery litigation review databases; manages outside reviewers; manages document productions; maintains collection, production and privilege logs. Oversees disposition of documents at the end of the case.

4. Analysis

Annotates, summarizes or categorizes testimony, documents, physical evidence or other information; assists with determining relevance and privilege; critiques experts' reports.

5. Trial Preparation

Assists with pretrial motions; prepares trial notebooks and trial exhibits; schedules witnesses; files lists of exhibits and witnesses with court; and arranges for trial support services.

6. Client Services

Develops and maintains positive relationships with the firm's clients.

7. Administrative Duties

Performs administrative responsibilities assigned by the practice area or department chair. Examples include disseminating changes in the codes, statutes, regulations and procedures to others in the firm and maintaining current files of forms used in the assigned practice area.

Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES

Must possess the following capabilities: analytical skills; excellent planning and organizational skills; initiative; good judgment; project management skills; excellent oral communication skills; excellent written communication skills; high work standards; technical knowledge in the area of practice-related codes, statutes and regulations; ability to learn; ability to establish effective follow-up procedures; positive impact with clients and co-workers; strong client service orientation; ability to demonstrate teamwork/cooperation with others; adaptability; and ability to work on a variety of projects, make fast decisions, work with detailed information, work independently and at a fast pace.

Technical Knowledge

Must have prior experience with online litigation document review databases. Must have a strong understanding of the EDRM. Must have prior experience with or be capable of rapidly understanding, interpreting and applying to various client circumstances the full range of codes, statutes and procedures related to the assigned practice area.

Physical and Mental Capabilities

Must be capable of operating a telephone, calculator, personal computer and printer and learning/using software required to successfully perform job functions, e.g., electronic mail; drafting correspondence and documents; proofreading for correct grammar, punctuation and spelling; reading and interpreting legal correspondence, memoranda, documents, reference publications or reference books and technical manuals in printed form or on a computer screen; occasionally lifting and carrying boxes of files or documents weighing up to 25 pounds; and using a hand truck.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree is preferred. Must have 3 to 5 years of related experience that demonstrates analytical and written research capabilities.

NORMAL WORK HOURS

This position is nonexempt and eligible for overtime compensation. Responsiveness during regular office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. is essential, and the ability to work longer hours is essential during peak workload periods. Occasionally may be required to travel out of town overnight(s) to assist with document productions, attend trial, etc.

How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives: Compensation, Benefits, and More

The pay range for this position in the State of Washington is $70,000 - $117,000; however, the base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. This information is provided per Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. This salary range is based on market location.

In addition to base compensation, Stoel Rives has a total rewards program that includes an annual discretionary bonus and rich benefits offerings. For example, our benefits offerings include paid family & medical leave, competitive PTO, and remote work options. We offer competitive and robust medical, dental, vision, life long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options. We also provide a generous firm-contributed health savings account, a pre-tax transportation/parking plan including an employer monthly subsidy of $100 for individuals who work 3+ days/week in the office, and an annual contribution into the employee's retirement plan.

Stoel Rives is a leading U.S. corporate and litigation law firm. One of the largest national firms focused on energy, natural resources, environmental and climate change, Stoel Rives also serves the agribusiness, food and beverage, health care, life sciences and technology industries. With more than 350 attorneys operating out of 10 offices in seven states and the District of Columbia, Stoel Rives is a leader in regulatory and compliance matters, business, labor and employment law, intellectual property, land use, real estate development and construction law.

Stoel Rives is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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