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Prime Therapeutics

HR Business Partner (Remote)

Home, WA · Remote

$66K - $106K/yr

... process for entry level through manager level positions * Assist supervisors and managers in ... applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures ...

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How much do entrylevel legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel legal assistant in Renton, WA is $54,234.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,700.00 and $61,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are entry-level legal assistants?

Entry-level legal assistants are professionals who provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal teams, often as their first job in the legal field. Their responsibilities typically include organizing files, drafting basic legal documents, conducting research, and managing schedules. They play a crucial role in ensuring law offices run smoothly and efficiently, even though they may not have formal legal training or certification. This position is a common starting point for individuals interested in pursuing a legal career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry-level Legal Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry-level Legal Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of legal terminology, often supported by an associate’s degree or legal studies coursework. Familiarity with legal research databases, document management software, and Microsoft Office Suite is typically required. Exceptional communication, time management, and discretion are important soft skills that help you excel in supporting attorneys and managing sensitive information. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and reliability within a legal team.

What are some common challenges faced by entry-level legal assistants, and how can they effectively manage them?

Entry-level legal assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines, learning complex legal terminology, and adapting to fast-paced law office environments. To effectively manage these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, proactively seek clarification when unsure about legal processes, and utilize task management tools or checklists. Building a good rapport with attorneys and senior staff can also provide valuable guidance and support as you learn the ropes.
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Litigation Paralegal - Environmental

Litigation Paralegal - Environmental

Williams Kastner

Seattle, WA • On-site

$55K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Reports To: Practice Group Chairs
Salary: $55,000 - $95,000
Status: Non Exempt
Location: Seattle
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal - Environmental. This role prepares legal documents, correspondence and timelines under the direction of attorney(s). Coordinate and track case activities. Develop and implement appropriate systems for collecting and organizing case materials. Observe confidentiality of client and firm matters. This position supports attorneys who practice general liability and personal injury defense. This position requires 1,400 billed hours annually and has the potential for remote work up to 2 days per week, based on business need.
Responsibilities of Litigation Paralegal - Environmental:
"Essential functions" are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.
  • Select, implement and maintain appropriate systems for collecting and organizing case materials.
  • Review and analyze case materials, including correspondence, pleadings and other case documents and records; undertake all aspects of evidence management.
  • Draft and prepare a variety of legal documents, correspondence, chronologies and indices.
  • Prepare and oversee the preparation of exhibits and witness files for depositions, arbitration, mediation and trial.
  • Manage eDiscovery database, discovery and production for litigation cases.
  • Interact with clients, experts and other parties to obtain and provide information.
  • Establish and maintain database (document and discovery) structure and criteria, if appropriate.
  • Use timekeeper software to appropriately bill for all time worked.
  • Position involves recurring work situations with occasional variation from the normal to a high degree of complexity. Employee must perform all duties with minimal supervision. Overtime may be required during periods of heavy workload.

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications and database capabilities. Experience with Orion, LiquidFiles, Westlaw OnePass, CourtTrax, ExpertTime, DM, NetDocs, Kofax or Power PDF, or similar technology, is strongly preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with eDiscovery. General knowledge of Everlaw, NextPoint, or similar eDiscovery platform.
  • Experience preparing and attending trial, including trial, hearing, and mediation/arbitration preparation.
  • Substantial knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
  • Knowledge of case economics and case management techniques.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to be proactive and critically assess cases needs and manage a case from beginning to end.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team and assist attorney(s) in coordination of team efforts and preparation during the course of litigation.

Additional experience and educational preferences:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
  • Required: Associate or undergraduate degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or experience demonstrating required skills.
  • Required: Entry - 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
  • Required: Entry level candidates must have experience with document management software.

Salary Range and Benefits:
$55,000 - $95,000 - This salary range is dependent upon a variety of factors, which include but are not limited to the following: the candidate's relevant experience, skill level, and demonstrated ability to perform all of the essential functions of the position as well as ability to perform functions which would arise from the needs of the position or as assigned, and all of the qualifications listed in the job description. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long term disability, 401K, paid time off, and holiday pay.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is capable of working partially remote, based on the needs of the attorneys and clients. The need to be in the office cannot be predicted as the work assigned will be based on multiple factors. When in the office, it is a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. Travel outside the office may be necessary occasionally.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time; frequently operates a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; frequently works under deadlines; occasionally needs to move about the office to access file cabinets, machinery, etc.
Our DNA Code:
  • Be Exceptional - Fiercely committed to high-quality work, productivity, and being elite players doing next-level work.
  • Lighten Up - Kind, authentic humans with positive attitudes having fun and making each other look good.
  • Own Your Stuff - 100% accountability for our behavior and impact on each other. Gracefully resolve static and conflict.
  • Ever Forward - Never complacent, always learning and improving. Stay humble, innovative, and adaptable.
  • Blood Type: Grit - Resilient and scrappy, impossible to discourage, unafraid to dream big and shoot for the moon.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential responsibilities or requirements.
Salary Description
55,000 - 95,000 annually

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