Join Our Team: Paralegal (Civil Litigation, Real Estate and Corporate Matters)

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Located in Bellingham, WA

Salary: $24-32/hr

📍 Location: Bellingham
🕒 Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm

💵Pay Range: $24-32 per hour

 

💼 About the Role

We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Paralegal to join our dynamic and fast-paced law firm. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in supporting attorneys across civil litigation, real estate transactions, and corporate matters.

If you thrive on managing multiple priorities, enjoy working behind the scenes to keep cases moving forward, and take pride in precision—this opportunity is for you.

 

⚖️ What You’ll Do

Civil Litigation Support

• Prepare and file pleadings with courts and ensure proper service
• Draft routine filings (Notices, Declarations, Motions, support documents, etc.)
• Track deadlines, court dates, and key milestones (Clio experience a plus!)
• Support trial prep (exhibits, binders, jury instructions)
• Manage discovery (Bates stamping, indexing, organization)
• Coordinate vendors: court reporters, process servers, and more
• Assist with post-judgment procedures, including garnishments

📂 Document & Case Management

• Draft, proofread, and cite-check legal documents
• Maintain organized client files and case notebooks
• Manage document workflows: scanning, printing, distribution

🤝 Client & Administrative Support

• Serve as a point of contact for clients and third parties
• Handle scheduling coordination and routine inquiries
• Assist with interviews for potential clients and witnesses

🏡 Real Estate Support

• Draft deeds, easements, and excise tax affidavits
• Verify legal descriptions and review property records
• Coordinate with title companies and county offices
• Record and deliver documents to relevant agencies

📊 General Support

• Conduct legal research (Westlaw or similar tools)
• Prepare charts, summaries, and case data
• Maintain organized physical and digital records
• Perform courthouse and agency filings as needed

✅ What You Bring

• Experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant (litigation and/or real estate preferred)
• Familiarity with case management systems (Clio preferred)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive mindset and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

🌟 Why Join Us?

• Work on diverse, engaging legal matters
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Gain exposure to litigation, real estate, and corporate work
• Opportunity to grow your legal career in a professional environment

 

 

Benefits Available to Eligible Express Associates:
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Holiday Pay (6 observed days)
401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
Vision/Eyewear Plan
Life Insurance
Prescription Drug Reimbursement
Short-Term Disability
Referral Bonus of $100.00 for every successful referral
Weekly Pay
Direct Deposit
Visa Cash Card

We take walk-in interviews Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM! Or you can call or text us at 360.734.2457 for an immediate interview!

Have you heard about our $200 REFERRAL BONUS? Refer a friend to Express they get $100, and you get $100! 

For confidential consideration, we offer several ways to apply:
-Call or text our office at 360-734-2457 for an immediate phone interview.
-Complete an online application on our website: www.expresspros.com/apply
-Email your resume to: shannon.jacoby@expresspros.com
-Come by our office and talk to one of our Employment Specialists: 4164 Meridian Street Ste 200 Bellingham, WA 98226


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