Litigation Paralegal

Role

The Litigation Paralegal is integral to firm operations and includes collaboration with attorneys, staff, and clients. The Litigation Paralegal implements our philosophy that justice & equal opportunity are indispensable elements of democracy and well worth fighting for. This position reports to the Managing Partner.

Job Duties

Trial Advocacy.

Prepare cases for trial in coordination with attorneys and co-counsel. Evaluate and catalog cases accepted by our firm for trial, including factual analysis, discovery and deposition summaries, document review, and related tasks. Support trial team in coordination with co-counsel legal team in pre-trial, trial, and post-trial matters. Provide intensive support during trial (overtime may be required). Coordinate legal team to maximize profitability through efficiency and appropriate delegation.

Litigation.

Monitor case filings and calendar all deadlines. Monitor and update firm calendar. Provide attorney support to complete depositions and discovery. Prepare, edit, and file pre-trial motions, jury instructions, and post-trial motions to the court as requested. Coordinate legal team to maximize profitability through efficiency and appropriate delegation.

Client-Centered Advocacy

Provide client-focused service, with sensitivity to the demands of litigation and the needs of our diverse clientele. Aim to exceed client expectations every day.

Expectations

Accessibility

This is a fulltime position scheduled for 40 hours per week. During peak periods, additional work hours may be required. The Paralegal is expected to be available Monday-Friday during business hours, and evenings and weekends as needed. The Paralegal will work a hybrid schedule, 2 days per week remote with 3 days in person in office.

Productivity

Adding a billable requirement? Time necessary for professional development is included within the billable requirement. In addition, Paralegal is encouraged to join professional associations.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bloom Law is an equal opportunity employer. Each of us takes responsibility to safeguard and nurture the support and inclusion of all individuals on our team and our diverse clientele from all cultures and communities.

Essential Skills

Writing

Ability to synthesize detailed information into succinct, clear, and compelling prose for use in memos and pleadings. Strong proofreading skills.

Time Management

Complete timely and accurate work while working efficiently within defined time parameters. Ability to prioritize directions from supervising attorneys/paralegals.

Issue Spotting

Possess or develop skills necessary to identify evidence of illegal motive, damages, and defenses relevant to employment discrimination and retaliation cases

Strong communication skills

Ability to understand verbal and written communication while seeking clarification necessary to accurately complete assigned work. Ability to communicate in a professional and ethical manner at all times.

Strong Interpersonal skills

Interacts well with clients, co-workers, other law firms, and court personnel.

Proactive

Initiates research and follow up on tasks as needed while seeking guidance and feedback from attorneys.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: competitive base salary $95,000-$100,000 plus discretionary June and December performance/profitability bonuses.
• Two weeks paid vacation; eleven paid holidays; two weeks paid sick leave.
• Health insurance for you, with the option to add family members.
• 401(k) with firm match, dollar for dollar up to 4% of salary.
• Remote-work equipment provided: laptop, dual monitor, etc.

About Bloom Law

Bloom Law PLLC is a Seattle-based, woman-owned employment firm built on the belief that justice and equal opportunity in the workplace are worth fighting for. We prepare every case to be tried. The heart of our work is about inspiring juries to do justice. That commitment shows in our results — a history of record-breaking verdicts in discrimination, retaliation, and disability accommodation cases, and national recognition including Top Verdict’s Top 100 U.S. Verdicts and Top 25 Labor & Employment Verdicts, Best Law Firms, and Super Lawyers honors. We are a small, tight-knit team who invest in our people — and we try cases to win.

How To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, list of references, and writing sample to jbarton@bloomlawpllc.com. Bloom Law PLLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.