Legal Practice Assistant

Cozen O'Connor

Litigation Legal Practice Assistant for Cozen O’Connor in Seattle, WA. Supporting attorneys with litigation tasks, document preparation, and client communication.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong document processing and project management skills, with extensive experience in litigation procedures and e-filing. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook, with a focus on effective communication and client interaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation ExperienceState And Federal E-FilingDocument Management SystemCalendaring And DocketingMicrosoft Word Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Document PreparationProofreadingExpense ReportingBilling Problem ResolutionProject ManagementTravel ArrangementsClient File MaintenanceElectronic Billing SystemsRedliningDocument Processing

Soft Skills

Outstanding Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationClient InteractionTeam SupportScheduling Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ApplicationsDocument Management System

Industry Keywords

Litigation ProceduresE-FilingClient FilesBilling ProcessesOffice Workflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparation of documents
Efficient workflow which includes the duplication, printing, mailing and merging of documents
Proofreading of all work for both content and context
Preparing and maintaining client and office files both in electronic and paper filing systems
Preparation and submission of new client and/or new matter forms
Planning and making travel arrangements which include transportation, automobile rentals, and hotel reservations
Preparing and submitting expense reports and check requests
Working with the Billing department to resolve billing problems and efficiently process final billing statements
Working with clients’ electronic billing systems and monitoring billing processes
Communicating with clients on a daily basis via phone or email. Scheduling and coordinating meetings and conferences
Strong document processing skills
Strong project management skills
Willingness and ability to support other practice areas within the firm

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years recent litigation experience
State and Federal e-filing experience
Experience with litigation procedures and processes
Calendaring and docketing experience
Experience with the use of a document management system is preferred
Redlining experience is preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft applications with advanced level in Word and Outlook
Outstanding written and verbal communications; ability to professionally interact with clients, attorneys, and staff is required
Ability to work overtime is required
High school diploma or its equivalent required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
Commitment to inclusion in the legal profession
Welcomes applicants returning to the workforce
Equal Opportunity Employer