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Are you an experienced legal secretary in Seattle?   Would you like to join one of the top law firms in the US?   If so, R & W Group has a great new opportunity!   One of our favorite law firm clients is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys and practice teams on a temporary basis.   This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and takes pride in delivering outstanding client service.
 
In this role, you would play a critical role in ensuring attorneys can focus on delivering exceptional legal work while you manage the administrative and operational details that keep matters moving forward. 
 
Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, editing, proofreading, and formatting legal documents, correspondence, agreements, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, contracts, and other legal materials.
• Managing attorney workflow, priorities, and deadlines while serving as a trusted resource and partner.
• Collaborating closely with attorneys, colleagues, and the Attorney Resource Center (ARC) to provide seamless support.
• Assisting with client billing activities, including reviewing and editing prebills and coordinating with the Billing Department.
• Opening new client matters and coordinating requests for client files and records through the firm's Information Governance team.
• Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements through the firm's approved travel provider.
• Entering, reviewing, and finalizing attorney time entries in accordance with firm procedures.
• Maintaining both electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring documents are accurately organized and stored.
• Coordinating meetings, conferences, client visits, and special events, including conference room reservations, catering, technology support, and Outlook invitations.
• Managing calendars, appointments, phone communications, contact lists, and routine correspondence.
• Providing transcription and dictation support as needed.
• Organizing incoming mail and ensuring timely routing of documents and communications.
• Processing expense reports, invoices, and accounts payable submissions.
• Managing original legal documents, deposition transcripts, and records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Converting and formatting documents across multiple platforms, including Word, PDF, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Supporting attorneys and practice teams with a variety of administrative and project-based requests.

You must be a highly organized professional who combines strong technical skills with exceptional judgment, professionalism, and client service. Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal secretarial experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Typing proficiency of 60+ words per minute.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and document management systems.
• Experience with legal technology platforms and applications, including iManage, Emburse, DTE Time Entry, or similar systems.
• Experience using ChatGPT, Copilot, and/or Claude a plus.
• Thorough understanding of legal terminology, legal documentation, and court filing procedures, including electronic filings.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demands.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to deliver superior client service to both internal and external clients.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when business needs require.

Solid compensation ($34 - 45/hour, depending upon experience.)    Fantastic team.   Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter for consideration.   Apply online or register with us at www.r-wgroup.com. 
 

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