Staff Careers

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Paralegal

FIRM Schroeter Goldmark & Bender was founded in 1969, with the principle that ordinary people deserve first-rate lawyers when fighting against powerful interests. Our firm has experienced trial lawyers and teams who care about our clients, use innovative, strategic approaches, and have a passion for justice.

BASIC FUNCTION This position plays a crucial role in maintaining Elizabeth’s caseload and stewarding the positive forward progress of her cases. This paralegal must be detail oriented and able to fluidly prioritize different cases as needed. Elizabeth’s team focuses primarily on employment law, wrongful death, and serious personal injury cases.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Record and Research Management 40%

Order records as directed by attorneys (e.g. medical records, public records, etc.)
Conduct investigations and informal (third party) discovery in support of cases
Research defendants, witnesses, and potential jurors
Download, organize, and appropriately save incoming production from defendants
Prepare and organize documents for production to defendants in discovery
Prepare and organize documents for experts
Assist attorneys in locating documents for use at depositions, in court filings, and at trial
Review and summarize documents, highlighting important evidence for attorneys

II. Drafting 30%

Drafting demand letters
Drafting initial answers to discovery
Draft chronologies for attorneys
Draft correspondence for attorney review
Draft motions as directed by attorneys

III. Calendar and Deadline Management 10%

Calendar court deadlines
Schedule and calendar meetings and conference calls for attorneys
Monitor deadlines across cases and practice areas and notify attorneys as they near

IV. Logistics 10%

Handle all deposition logistics (e.g. prepare notices, arrange for the court reporter, etc.)
Provide support to attorneys during trial preparation and trial

V. Electronically File Materials with the Court 10%

E-file materials with the court in compliance with court rules

SUPERVISION

Position reports to shareholder.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

I. SUCCESS PROFILE

Knowledge of: Relevant technology ie MS Word, video conferencing, office equipment, phone system. Experience managing a facility, employee and client community.

Ability to: Demonstrate excellent communication skills, discretion, flexibility and the capability to multitask in a fast-paced legal environment.

II. CULTURE

Participate in intentional reflection, learning and efforts in building cultural competency and contributing to a workplace culture of anti-racism, belonging, and inclusion that is supportive and welcoming to all.

III. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

I. 5+ years of paralegal experience in a plaintiff, civil practice

II. Working knowledge of state court rules including e-filing procedures

III. Detail oriented, organized, and comfortable working under a deadline

IV. Strong communication and interpersonal skills

V. Works independently with self-motivation, initiative, and follow up

VI. Fluidly prioritizes directions from supervising attorneys and paralegals

VII. Aptitude for problem solving technology and software issues

VIII. Strong, compassionate, and inclusive approach to teamwork

IX. Represent the firm in a professional and ethical manner

X. An interest in helping people seek justice

XI. Experience with Pro Law, CaseMap, and Digital War Room software preferred

BENEFITS AND PAY

I. Salary range: $75,000-93,000, depending on experience

II. Annual performance-based bonus

III. 401k retirement plan, 4% match, and optional profit sharing plan

IV. Paid sick and vacation leave

V. Paid sabbatical program

VI. Medical, dental, and vision insurance

VII. Life insurance

VIII. Personal education and training budget

IX. Firm-paid ORCA card or equal value parking stipend

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

SGB’s main office is in downtown Seattle on the 34th floor of the new Rainier Square Building at 401 Union Street. Most of our employees, including paralegals, work a hybrid schedule, with the option to work remotely up to three days a week after an initial probationary period. Additional in-office, evening, and weekend work should be expected on occasion, such as during a trial.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At SGB, we believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving the communities where we work and live.

SGB is committed to full and positive compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and policies regarding discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

If you believe you are at least 75% qualified to do this job, we encourage you to apply. Training, mentoring, and other professional growth opportunities are often available.

Legal Assistant

BASIC FUNCTION This position is responsible for providing administrative and legal assistance to paralegals, attorneys and case managers.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Legal and Administrative Support 70%

Assist in calendaring, project planning, and task coordination and tracking deadlines
Open and close cases
Save documents, pleadings, organize files and assist in locating documents
Records requests
Schedule expert medical exams including travel
Prepare shell pleadings
Finalize any letters, calendar for entire team, prepare schedule/coordinate sub schedules, reserve conference rooms
Process invoices and assure payment
Finalize and send Notice of Depositions and Subpoenas. Handle all logistics related to depositions including scheduling court reporter, calendaring, and reserving conference room
Finalize and serve interrogatories, requests for production, ER 904’s, Motions in Limine and objections
Trial support
Other duties as determined

II. Intake Coordination Support 20%

Confer weekly with Intake Coordinator to assist in declinations and support functions as determined

III. General Paralegal Support/Back Up 10%

Assist legal team in a variety of tasks including maintaining client contact, managing files and calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings, and making travel arrangements etc.

SUPERVISION

Position reports to shareholder.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

I. SUCCESS PROFILE

Knowledge of: Relevant technology ie MS Word, video conferencing, office equipment, phone system. Experience managing a facility, employee and client community.

Ability to: Demonstrate excellent communication skills, discretion, flexibility and the capability to multitask in a fast-paced legal environment.

II. CULTURE

III. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

II. 2+ years of paralegal experience in a plaintiff, civil practice

III. Working knowledge of state court rules including e-filing procedures

IV. Detail oriented, organized, and comfortable working under a deadline

V. Strong communication and interpersonal skills

VI. Works independently with self-motivation, initiative, and follow up

VII. Fluidly prioritizes directions from supervising attorneys and paralegals

VIII. Aptitude for problem solving technology and software issues

IX. Strong, compassionate, and inclusive approach to teamwork

X. Represent the firm in a professional and ethical manner

XI. An interest in helping people seek justice

XII. Experience with Pro Law, CaseMap, and Digital War Room software preferred