Provide support and assistance to ODC lawyers in investigating and prosecuting grievances against licensed legal professionals
Assist in administering departmental programs and responsibilities (such as costs, probations, and discipline histories)
Provide administrative support to the ODC management team and perform Paralegal duties as assigned by the Department Administrator and/or Disciplinary Counsel
Assist with more complex cases and have major responsibilities for administrative tasks in the office
Analyze and recommend solutions to complex legal issues and assist disciplinary counsel in strategic planning and decision making
Train and mentor less experienced paralegals
Review voluminous grievance files and other evidence to summarize relevant facts and potential issues and identify important supporting documents
Perform legal research and review and analyze the facts and law of a case using law libraries, Internet legal research sites, and Lexis/Nexis
Retrieve and research court files and public records; obtain medical and agency records
Assist in interviews of witnesses and grievants, draft investigative subpoenas, and prepare witness declarations
Make arrangements for depositions, prepare questions, outlines, exhibits, and aids for disciplinary counsel
Communicate with participants about hearing dates and status; review and summarize transcripts of testimony
Draft pleadings and other legal documents for prosecution of ethical misconduct charges
Provide litigation and hearing support: organize, mark, and prepare exhibits; ensure filing and service; create timelines and demonstrative aids; prepare PowerPoint presentations; arrange court reporters and facilities
Act as clerk during hearings by marking exhibits, recording admission/rejection, taking notes, and conferring with disciplinary counsel
Assist in administration of departmental programs such as collection of disciplinary costs, administrating disciplinary probation files, and preparing discipline history reports
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Paralegal Degree or Certificate; or comparable degree in a related field
Minimum of 3 years Paralegal experience, to include advanced document drafting, legal research, and data management
Experience navigating law libraries and conducting Internet legal research, and research on Westlaw or Lexis Nexis
Advanced legal research skills preferred for identifying legal issues and finding relevant case law, court rules, and statutes
Previous employment in a Paralegal position in a law office or in a government or regulatory environment preferred
Excellent analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize, work efficiently, and use good judgment
Excellent reading and writing skills, and attention to detail
Excellent presentation and oral and written communication skills
Experienced in working large complex electronic case files
General knowledge of legal procedures (will train regarding WSBA’s discipline procedures)
Proficiency with Internet research, legal research systems, court databases
Advanced ability to use computers and applications, including Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive), Adobe Acrobat, electronic case and document management systems, and electronic legal research platforms, particularly Lexis/Nexis
Strong technical aptitude to quickly learn new technology, and existing WSBA systems, programs, software, and Microsoft Co-pilot
Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain strict confidentiality
Possess a strong teamwork mentality and high level of professionalism and appropriate social skills
Basic ability to operate photocopiers, scanners, and other standard office equipment
Familiarity with Blue Book and creating Tables of Authorities preferred
Editorial/proofreading skills preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis upon hire (not eligible for Sponsorship)
WSBA Staff must reside within the State of Washington at the time of hire, and during active employment status
Required application materials: comprehensive professional cover letter and resume; applications without a cover letter will be considered incomplete
WSBA administers pre-employment background screening upon a contingent verbal offer, and prior to hire
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Benefits
State of Washington Retirement system (DRS/PERS), including an optional Deferred Compensation Plan (DRS/DCP)
Medical benefits (including Rx) through the WA Healthcare Authority, with WSBA paying a majority of the premium cost
100% paid premiums for employee Dental and Vision
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans
Generous Paid Time Off Benefits (sick, vacation, holiday, float, emergency leave)
Transportation incentives, *based on primary work selection requirements
Allowance to set up a home office, *based on a primary remote work selection
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