Bilingual Legal Assistant (Spanish/English)

Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (DOE)

About Us

Community Law Firm, PLLC is a growing criminal defense law firm that provides clear, accessible, and compassionate legal support. We help real people facing serious situations, and we’re looking for a Bilingual (Spanish/English) Legal Assistant to join our team.

If you’re fluent in Spanish, highly organized, and want to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Summary

In this role, you’ll support attorneys and be a primary point of contact for clients. You’ll manage case files, prepare legal documents, coordinate schedules, and help clients who may be stressed, overwhelmed, or in unfamiliar situations.

This is a full-time, in-person position at our Bellevue office.

Key Responsibilities

Answer and route calls in a friendly, professional manner

Manage attorney calendars and court deadlines

Assist in preparing for client meetings, hearings, and trials

Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence

Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files

Provide regular case updates to clients

Conduct basic legal research and assist with discovery

Support attorneys with general administrative tasks

Handle front desk/reception duties when needed

Required Qualifications

Fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written)

High school diploma or equivalent

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organization and attention to detail

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Comfortable with Microsoft Office and learning new software

Friendly, patient, and client-focused

Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality work

Professional judgment and a team-first attitude

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in an office setting. Legal setting (especially criminal defense)

What We Offer

Supportive and respectful work environment

Meaningful, client-centered work

401(k) + matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a detailed cover letter explaining:

Why you're interested in this position

Why you believe you’d be a strong fit

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Attention to detail is an important part of this role.

Job Types

Full-time

Work Location: In person (Bellevue, WA)

Please submit the resume and cover letter by responding to this post. No office visits or phone calls to the office please as we are extremely busy