Legal Assistant

Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC · Olympia, WA, Thurston County, WA; Washington State, United States

Grow Your Legal Career as a Legal Assistant with a Respected Olympia Law Firm

Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC is looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our collaborative, in-person team in Olympia, Washington. This is a great opportunity for an entry level legal administrative professional seeking meaningful work, regular interaction with experienced attorneys and paralegals, and a workplace that values responsiveness, professionalism, and teamwork.

In this role, you will help deliver high-quality client service while building experience across a varied legal practice.

What You’ll Do:

• Format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, briefs, correspondence, legal documents, and other attorney work product with a high level of accuracy.
• Support legal matters by organizing case files, coordinating document production, preparing subpoenas, and assisting with deposition and trial preparation.
• Manage court filings, deadlines, calendars, service requirements, and case-related communications so attorneys can stay organized and prepared.
• Assist with legal document preparation for business and real estate transactions, commercial litigation, and personal injury litigation matters.
• Provide courteous and timely support to clients, opposing counsel, courts, vendors, and colleagues while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

What You Bring:

• Experience as a Administrative Assistant or Legal Assistant is preferred. Training is available for the successful candidate.
• The ability to revise legal documents, along with strong proofreading, formatting, and document-management skills.
• Strong organizational skills, dependability, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a busy law office.
• Clear, respectful communication skills, a client-service mindset, and sound judgment when working with confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A paralegal certificate or related legal education is welcome, along with experience supporting attorneys in a small or mid-sized law firm. 
• Experience with business and real estate transactions, commercial litigation, or personal injury litigation matters is valued.

Legal Technology Skills:

• Proficiency with Westlaw, LexisNexis, Microsoft Office, electronic court filing systems, and legal document-production tools will support success in this role.

Compensation and Benefits:

This is an in-person position in Olympia, WA, paying $20 to $25 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Eligible team members receive health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k); medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts; vacation leave; sick leave; and holiday pay.

About the Company:

BGWP and its attorneys serve businesses, professionals, healthcare providers, property owners, lenders, and other community members. We provide practical legal solutions with an approachable attitude.

As one of Olympia’s most respected law firms, we take pride in personalized service and responding promptly to our clients’ needs. Our office includes eight attorneys and seven staff members who enjoy working together in a friendly, collegial, and mutually respectful environment. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to client service and wants to become a known, respected, and trusted member of our legal team.

Apply Today:

If you are ready to bring your legal support and client-service skills to a respected Olympia law firm, apply today for this Legal Assistant opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and consideration.