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Remote Part Time Paralegal Contract work (Seattle) Jay S Ritchie PLLC compensation: $28-$45.00 an hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Part Time Contract Paralegal Jay S. Ritchie, PLLC - Part-Time Paralegal (Independent Contractor) Seattle, WA | Remote-First [email protected] www.jaysritchiepllc.com Jay S. Ritchie, PLLC is a boutique family law and civil practice seeking a reliable, grounded, detail-oriented part-time paralegal to support our firm as an independent contractor.
This role is ideal for someone who works with integrity, communicates clearly, and takes initiative without needing step-by-step direction. We welcome applicants who care about helping people and doing meaningful legal work. Hours: 10-20 per week
Compensation: $28-$45 per hour DOE Contract Type: 1099 Contractor Location:
Remote with occasional in-person meetings as needed ABOUT THE FIRM
Our firm focuses on three primary areas: Family Law (divorce, parenting plans, modifications, guardianship) Tribal and Civil Matters (Indian law issues, civil disputes, evidence support) Business and Contract Support (small-business agreements, entity filings, contracts) We maintain a professional, trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
We value honesty, clarity, accountability, and high-quality legal work. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Draft declarations, pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence Prepare exhibits, hearing packets, and organized case materials Maintain structured digital files and organize evidence Manage deadlines, calendaring, and Washington State court filings Communicate with clients with professionalism and emotional steadiness Assist with MyCase, billing entries, and workflow organization Support basic business law tasks (contracts, entity documents, filings) Uphold strict confidentiality and ethical standards IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS 1+ years paralegal or legal assistant experience (family law preferred) Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail Reliable, consistent, organized, and self-directed Calm under pressure and able to handle sensitive matters professionally Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines Experience with MyCase or similar systems preferred Familiarity with Washington court rules and procedures is a plus
This is a good fit for someone who wants steady contract work, flexible hours, and the opportunity to support meaningful cases with a small, high-integrity firm.
TO APPLY (all items required): Email [email protected] with: Resume Short introduction (2-5 sentences) Weekly availability One example of a time you took initiative in a legal or administrative role Subject line: Independent Contractor Paralegal Application - Jay S. Ritchie PLLC Applications missing required items will not be reviewed. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: 7898315023 updated: [ ] Apply tot his job