Careers

 

Paralegal

We seek a kind, reliable, detail-oriented individual to support our administrative needs. Our assistant must be highly organized and resourceful, work well on a team, and enjoy learning new skills. Our paralegal will support our attorneys and also take responsibility as a key person within the firm.

Schedule: At least 25 hours per week to start, with potential to expand. In-office position with some opportunity for hybrid work. Hours can flex somewhat.

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus structure. Benefits after 90-day trial period may include paid time off, retirement plan, convenient parking, and health benefits if needed. 

Knowledge and Skills Required: Our paralegal will perform a broad range of administrative and office management tasks for the law firm.

    • Impeccable communication skills, both written and spoken; attention to detail; and knowledge of Office 365 (including Word and Outlook) are required. Knowledge of law-firm operations is a plus but not required. Knowledge of probate paralegal work is desirable. 
    • Tasks may include, among others: handling a range of probate tasks, including preparing routing draft documents, assisting with document signings, and filing documents online with the courts and county recorders; organizing and maintaining paper and data files; assisting with invoicing; maintaining calendars and tracking deadlines; assisting with estate planning documents, and arranging and witnessing at document signings. Additional administrative tasks as needed. 

How to Apply: Qualified individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to Managing Attorney Sharon Rutberg (sharon@salmonbaylaw.com). All inquiries are confidential. No phone calls, please.

 

Associate Attorney

We are Salmon Bay Law Group, a woman-owned neighborhood law firm in Seattle, Washington. Our bright, attractive law offices are located in the Canal Place office park on Nickerson Street, near the Fremont Bridge.

    • Since 2014, we have provided individuals and families with essential legal services. We focus on estate planning, probate and trust administration, marital and cohabitation agreements, special needs trusts, and long-term care planning.
    • Our firm values warm and personable client interactions, high-quality legal work, professional development, efficient use of technology, and a friendly and supportive team environment.
    • We are committed to caring for our clients, pursuing excellence in our work, and honoring our staff’s work-life balance.

We seek to add a fourth attorney to our team.

We offer a friendly, supportive, low-drama workplace that emphasizes teamwork, extensive support and training, hands-on experience, and opportunities for advancement. Team members can negotiate a work schedule that suits their needs — we work hard and then get home to our families. Competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements:

    • J.D. from an accredited law school and Washington State Bar membership in good standing
    • Five years of experience working as an attorney
    • Highly reliable, detail-oriented, organized, and resourceful
    • Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
    • Work well on a team and enjoy learning new skills
    • Strong interest in practicing in estate planning, probate, and/or elder law
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
    • Compassionate, kind, and dedicated to helping people in need

Desirable:

    • Some experience in the areas of estate planning, probate, and/or long-term care planning
    • Interest in working with senior clients
    • Experience in a related practice area, including real estate, business, and/or tax law

Schedule: At least 25 hours per week to start, with potential to expand. In-office position with some opportunity for hybrid work. Hours can flex somewhat.

Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus structure. Benefits after 90-day trial period include paid time off, retirement plan, paid bar dues and CLEs, and free parking. Health benefits available for full-time staff members.

Attorney Duties: Our associate attorney will perform a broad range of tasks across the firm’s practice areas, depending upon firm need. We are a small law firm, and while we have support staff, our attorneys also help with administrative work when needed.

How to Apply: Qualified individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to Managing Attorney Sharon Rutberg (sharon@salmonbaylaw.com). All inquiries are confidential. No phone calls, please.