Dwt is looking for an Administrative Legal Assistant to join our Seattle office. This entry-level role provides direct, task-based assistance to legal assistants and other administrative staff, supporting the firm's operations. The position follows a hybrid work model with one remote day per week.

What You'll Do

Assist legal assistants and administrative staff with tasks like attorney time entry, preparing binders, and organizing paper and electronic files.
Maintain electronic document files by downloading and saving content.
Coordinate messenger, overnight delivery, or courier services as needed.
Assist with travel arrangements and CLE registration.
Help with new business intake tasks, including running conflicts checks and opening new client and matter files.
Support expense and accounting tasks: preparing expense reports, processing vendor invoices, check requests, and reviewing prebills and invoices.
Attend training classes and communicate clearly with team members on project status.
Maintain regular, consistent attendance and punctuality.

What We're Looking For

GED or High School Diploma.
Ability to read and write English.
Self-starter with a high degree of attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
Ability to type 50+ words per minute accurately.
Excellent grammar and proofreading skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to prioritize tasks and complete projects with minimal supervision.
Willingness to learn new programs and updates.
Strong time management skills.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, service-focused environment and handle stressful situations calmly.
Ability to follow client confidentiality guidelines.
A highly professional demeanor and appearance, adhering to dress code.
Firm commitment to providing customer service excellence.
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Nice to Have

1+ years of experience in a professional office environment.

Technical Stack

Microsoft Office

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation range of $62,000 to $67,000 annually ($31.79 to $34.36 hourly).
Choice of health and vision insurance plans.
Dental plan.
2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work.
Fertility and adoption benefit.
Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service.
Tuition reimbursement.
Commuter benefits.
Retirement contribution.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in our Seattle office. The schedule requires four days in-office and one day remote per week.

Dwt fosters a culture of inclusion where everyone has a voice, providing unparalleled support while being relentlessly committed to client service. We are an equal opportunity employer.