Legal Assistant | Employment Law | Hybrid | 148367

Experienced Employment Law Legal Assistant

Plaintiff-Side Litigation Seattle Washington (Hybrid)

Mission Recruiting is partnering with a growing plaintiff-side employment law practice that is expanding its presence in Washington State. This role is built for a seasoned legal assistant who enjoys complex litigation support thrives on deadlines and procedures and wants their work to directly advance employee justice.

The position is currently remote with a planned transition to a hybrid or in-office schedule in Seattle. Candidates should be located in Washington or preparing to relocate.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is not a back-office support role. The legal assistant in this position is a critical part of thelitigation team trusted with complex filings appellate support and high-level calendaring across multiple forums. The firm places real value on mission alignment collaboration and long-term professional growth.

The work is fast-paced and detail-driven ideal for someone who takes pride in precision organization and being relied upon by attorneys handling impactful employment cases.

What Youll Be Doing

• Calendaring deadlines for state federal appellate and arbitration matters
• Coordinating court appearances and securing hearing dates for motions IDCs and exparte matters
• Reviewing and responding to tentative rulings
• Managing email follow-ups and updating case management systems
• Communicating with opposing counsel and clients regarding case status mediations and depositions
• Drafting proofreading and finalizing joint statements discovery responses and mediation briefs
• Preparing tables of contents and tables of authorities for complex motions
• Preparing and filing notices stipulations arbitration demands and agency-related declarations
• Submitting materials related to PAGA matters and related agencies
• Logging mediation fees expenses and preparing case cost details
• Researching federal state and local procedural rules
• Physically filing documents with the court when required
• Coordinating in-person depositions with administrative staff
• Tracking upcoming deadlines and issuing reminders
• Maintaining records of hearing summaries and meet-and-confer efforts
• Preparing time and task charts
• Assisting with appellate matters including appendices and high-level filings
• Supporting class PAGA and individual payment processes
• Providing additional litigation support as needed

The Team Environment

• Mission-driven and focused on employee justice
• Collaborative respectful and team-oriented
• High standards paired with strong mentorship and support
• Open to feedback ideas and continuous improvement
• Actively involved in community-focused initiatives

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $25.00 to $28.00 depending on experience
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Monthly team events
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Snacks and amenities during in-office days

Why Seattle

Seattle offers access to major state and federal courts a strong legal community and a lifestyle that blends city energy with the outdoors. From waterfront views and neighborhood cafés to easy escapes into nature it is an ideal setting for building a long-term legal career.

This role is well-suited for a legal assistant who believes in plaintiff-side advocacy values teamwork and wants to grow with a firm committed to meaningful impact. Mission Recruiting welcomes inquiries from professionals ready to take the next step in their litigation career.

Salary Range: $52000 - $58240

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Required Experience:

Junior IC