We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Personal Injury Legal Assistant to support busy plaintiff-side personal injury practices serving clients throughout Kitsap County and Western Washington. The ideal candidate is highly organized, compassionate with clients, and capable of managing a significant caseload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
This position is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the personal injury claim process from intake through settlement, and enjoys providing outstanding client service.
Responsibilities
- Manage personal injury cases from intake through resolution
- Maintain case files, calendars, deadlines, and litigation schedules
- Communicate regularly with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and experts
- Request, organize, and summarize medical records and billing records
- Draft correspondence, demand packages, pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents
- Assist attorneys with case management and trial preparation
- Coordinate medical treatment information and lien documentation
- Track statute of limitations and other critical deadlines
- Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings
- Handle electronic filing and document management
- Maintain accurate case notes and updates in case management software
Qualifications Required
- Minimum 1+ years of personal injury legal assistant experience
- Strong knowledge of Washington State personal injury procedures and insurance claims
- Experience obtaining and reviewing medical records and billing documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Professional, empathetic client-service approach
Preferred
- Experience with litigation support and trial preparation
- Familiarity with case management software such as Clio, Practice Panther, Filevine, SmartAdvocate, or similar systems
- Knowledge of Washington court filing procedures
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will:
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and follow through without constant supervision
- Demonstrate excellent judgment and attention to detail
- Build trust and rapport with injured clients during difficult times
- Work efficiently while maintaining accuracy
- Contribute positively to a collaborative team environment
Benefits
- Flexible part-time schedule (20–30 hours per week)
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume to [email protected]
- Brief cover letter describing your personal injury experience
- References upon request
In your cover letter, please describe your experience handling personal injury cases, including medical records management, demand preparation, and client communication.
Qualified candidates with substantial personal injury experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay: $20.12 - $24.45 per hour
Work Location: In person
