Dellino Family Law Group is one of the best and largest family law firms in Washington. We have a heavy litigation practice and focus on providing the best results to our clients, including comprehensive attention to the discovery process. We seek an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal focused on Discovery to join our team. This role plays a critical part in supporting our clients in family law matters, managing the discovery process and providing case support.
If you have experience in civil litigation or family law, a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping clients, we would love to hear from you. Come be part of a highly respected family law firm that values professional growth and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
As a Discovery Paralegal, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the discovery process for a full caseload, including:
- Drafting and reviewing interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, subpoenas, and other discovery-related tools and correspondence.
- Organizing and maintaining discovery-related workflows, processes, and client materials, contributing to the firm's knowledge base.
- Collaborating closely with attorneys and paralegals to coordinate litigation strategy and discovery needs.
- Providing proactive suggestions throughout the litigation process, including trial preparation and ongoing discovery enhancements.
- Ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures regarding scheduling and client communication.
What You Bring to the Team
- At least four years of experience as a family law or civil litigation paralegal and a solid understanding of Washington State court rules and procedures, particularly in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties (experience in other counties is a plus).
- Proficiency in e-filing and experience using legal technology, including ShareFile, Adobe, MS Office 365, Slack, Apple systems, and Clio-or the ability to learn systems you are unfamiliar with quickly.
- Strong writing and communication skills, with attention to detail in drafting legal documents and client communications.
- Interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to assist clients through challenging legal matters.
- Litigation experience, with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.
- A collaborative mindset and a commitment to being a valuable member of our firm's team and culture.
- A sense of humor-because we know that family law can be challenging, and a supportive work environment makes all the difference.
- The ability to meet billable hour requirements while maintaining high-quality work.
- This role requires a minimum one-year commitment to the discovery department before transition to any other internal role.
What DFLG Offers
- 401(k) plan with employer profit share contribution
- Lifestyle/Wellness benefits
- Annual domestic plane ticket wellness benefit
- International plane ticket every 36 months, after three years of employment
- Firm provided computer and technology accessories and home office setup assistance
- Continuing education opportunities
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision coverage
- 100% Employer paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability policies
- PTO bank and paid office closures and holidays
- Employee referral program
- Supportive work environment and culture
- Hybrid office/work from home options
If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact in clients' lives while working with a supportive team at a firm that cares about culture and is focused on opportunity, we encourage you to apply.