Paralegal , Torts Division, Olympia

Overview

The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Paralegal 2 position in the Torts Division. The position is located in Tumwater, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644 - $82,872 (Effective 7/1/2025). The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities.

Excellent Benefits Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s);
Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year;
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer:

• Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options;
• A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources;
• Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference!

Do you excel at multi-tasking? Have a knack for the intricacies of trial preparation and discovery management? Do you thrive in environments that value the ability to adapt and where no two days are the same? If you’ve got a sharp eye for detail, a love for the law, and stellar organizational skills, then keep reading.

The Torts Division of the AGO is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal to join our team. We are a team of passionate legal professionals dedicated to protecting the public interest, advocating for our state clients, and driving meaningful outcomes in service of the State. We take pride in building an inclusive, diverse team where everyone’s voice is heard. We value public service, integrity, and professionalism, and are committed to a high quality of work product and maintaining a work environment where all employees can thrive.

If you want to make a difference while growing in your legal career, this is the place for you.

• Expertly drafting and editing pleadings, motions, discovery, and other documents in both state and federal courts with precision and persuasive clarity.
• Fine tuning knowledge management and organizational processes to efficiently and productively manage case files and documents.
• Providing the superior support and preparation needed for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Leading logistical analysis while coordinating discovery and document production.
• Skillfully navigating e-filing requirements and court systems with ease, leveraging digital fluency to streamline submissions and filings.
• Being the go-to person that our attorneys can count on to support our mission of providing excellent legal services for the State of Washington

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.

Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate your combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated using an intentional equity lens.

Combination of four years of experience through:

• Paralegal certification
• Two-year paralegal degree
• Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification

and/or

• Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney

OR

• One year experience as a Paralegal 1 in…