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Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
Position and Salary
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Paralegal 2 in the Social & Health Services Division. This position is located in Seattle, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644 - $82,872 annually (Effective 7/1/2025) | $62,880 - $84,528 (Effective 7/1/2026)
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 following stipends may apply based on position requirements:
- Note: Effective July 1, 2025, Paralegal 2s assigned to work within King County receive Group C Assignment Pay in addition to their base pay. The Group C pay percentage received at this classification is a limited premium and applies at the Paralegal 2 classification.
- King County Paralegal 2s – 5% Group C Assignment Pay
- Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.
- Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.
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!
About the Seattle Social & Health Services Division
The Social & Health Services Division provides legal support to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Our division handles a variety of work including child abuse, neglect, and termination of parental rights proceedings; vulnerable adult protection and guardianship proceedings; foster care, child-care, and adult family home administrative proceedings; and appeals involving all of these cases.
This is fast-paced, high-volume litigation. It requires excellent communication and time-management skills, as well as the ability to juggle competing priorities, think on your feet, and work effectively with a variety of people. Experience with litigation case-preparation and a commitment to child advocacy are preferred. This is a great opportunity to handle interesting and meaningful work in a supportive, team-oriented environment in beautiful downtown Seattle.
Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 2 supervisor
We are looking for dynamic leaders or those willing to become a dynamic leader for a team of paralegals. The Paralegal 2 supervisor positions are vital to our Social and Health Services Division team. These positions serve as the primary legal and administrative support to multiple Assistant Attorneys General, they supervise a team of paralegal 1s and are members of the division's management team. They work as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
Duties include:
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Supervisory: Supervises, trains, and coaches legal support staff in the performance of all duties; assists in the prioritization of work and monitors performance; assists in hiring and disciplinary process; approves leave, schedule requests and timekeeping for assigned team; enhances employee effectiveness through timely appraisal and professional development opportunities.
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Legal support: Perform complex paralegal duties at the expert level such as identifying and pursuing next steps in litigation or adjudication process; initiate draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, briefs, memos, and reports for attorney's review; check and verify legal citations, references and quotations for accuracy; apply knowledge of proper use of grammar and spelling to proofread and edit legal documents; schedule meetings, conference calls, depositions, court hearings and other administrative proceedings for attorneys; keep attorneys' calendars up to date and attorneys apprised of upcoming deadlines.
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Management team: Coordinate with the Administrative Office Manager and other division managers to plan, lead and organize the work performed by office staff. Assist in drafting new office procedures and updates to office manuals. Attends regular and special management meetings and participates in division business planning.
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
Qualifications
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 Washington State Service.
You may have gained applicable paraprofessional experience through previous Paralegal or Legal Assistant work.
Examples of paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney:
- Preparing legal pleadings and legal correspondence
- Ensuring and verifying timely and proper service of legal documents
- Calculating, verifying, and calendaring critical events and other dates
- Managing case documents, files and exhibits
- Tracking and organizing discovery documents
- Researching legal issues and verifying legal citations and references for accuracy
The most successful candidate will have:
Familiarity with Juvenile abuse/neglect litigation, family law, or elder abuse/neglect cases is desirable. The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively on a team or independently; ability to manage a heavy and diverse workload and manage the stress that accompanies that; knowledge of court rules and effective use of related databases and software; effectively organize electronic and hard copy records; and must communicate effectively. The successful candidate must be able to adapt to rapidly changing needs and priorities. There will be exposure to materials that may be highly offensive regarding sexual, physical, and psychological abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults.
About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes:
- Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
- Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
- Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
- And much more!
Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state’s interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here.
Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.
One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.
Application Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
- A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;
- A current resume detailing experience and education.
Read the Following Information Completely:
- Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
- You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” and “education” sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
- A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
- All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
- The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests
Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
Description
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
Position and Salary
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Paralegal 2 in the Social & Health Services Division. This position is located in Seattle, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644 - $82,872 annually (Effective 7/1/2025) | $62,880 - $84,528 (Effective 7/1/2026)
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 following stipends may apply based on position requirements:
- Note: Effective July 1, 2025, Paralegal 2s assigned to work within King County receive Group C Assignment Pay in addition to their base pay. The Group C pay percentage received at this classification is a limited premium and applies at the Paralegal 2 classification.
- King County Paralegal 2s – 5% Group C Assignment Pay
- Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.
- Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.
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!
About the Seattle Social & Health Services Division
The Social & Health Services Division provides legal support to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Our division handles a variety of work including child abuse, neglect, and termination of parental rights proceedings; vulnerable adult protection and guardianship proceedings; foster care, child-care, and adult family home administrative proceedings; and appeals involving all of these cases.
This is fast-paced, high-volume litigation. It requires excellent communication and time-management skills, as well as the ability to juggle competing priorities, think on your feet, and work effectively with a variety of people. Experience with litigation case-preparation and a commitment to child advocacy are preferred. This is a great opportunity to handle interesting and meaningful work in a supportive, team-oriented environment in beautiful downtown Seattle.
Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 2 supervisor
We are looking for dynamic leaders or those willing to become a dynamic leader for a team of paralegals. The Paralegal 2 supervisor positions are vital to our Social and Health Services Division team. These positions serve as the primary legal and administrative support to multiple Assistant Attorneys General, they supervise a team of paralegal 1s and are members of the division's management team. They work as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
Duties include:
-
Supervisory: Supervises, trains, and coaches legal support staff in the performance of all duties; assists in the prioritization of work and monitors performance; assists in hiring and disciplinary process; approves leave, schedule requests and timekeeping for assigned team; enhances employee effectiveness through timely appraisal and professional development opportunities.
-
Legal support: Perform complex paralegal duties at the expert level such as identifying and pursuing next steps in litigation or adjudication process; initiate draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, briefs, memos, and reports for attorney's review; check and verify legal citations, references and quotations for accuracy; apply knowledge of proper use of grammar and spelling to proofread and edit legal documents; schedule meetings, conference calls, depositions, court hearings and other administrative proceedings for attorneys; keep attorneys' calendars up to date and attorneys apprised of upcoming deadlines.
-
Management team: Coordinate with the Administrative Office Manager and other division managers to plan, lead and organize the work performed by office staff. Assist in drafting new office procedures and updates to office manuals. Attends regular and special management meetings and participates in division business planning.
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
Qualifications
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 Washington State Service.
You may have gained applicable paraprofessional experience through previous Paralegal or Legal Assistant work.
Examples of paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney:
- Preparing legal pleadings and legal correspondence
- Ensuring and verifying timely and proper service of legal documents
- Calculating, verifying, and calendaring critical events and other dates
- Managing case documents, files and exhibits
- Tracking and organizing discovery documents
- Researching legal issues and verifying legal citations and references for accuracy
The most successful candidate will have:
Familiarity with Juvenile abuse/neglect litigation, family law, or elder abuse/neglect cases is desirable. The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively on a team or independently; ability to manage a heavy and diverse workload and manage the stress that accompanies that; knowledge of court rules and effective use of related databases and software; effectively organize electronic and hard copy records; and must communicate effectively. The successful candidate must be able to adapt to rapidly changing needs and priorities. There will be exposure to materials that may be highly offensive regarding sexual, physical, and psychological abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults.
About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes:
- Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
- Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
- Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
- And much more!
Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state’s interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here.
Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.
One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.
Application Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
- A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;
- A current resume detailing experience and education.
Read the Following Information Completely:
- Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
- You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” and “education” sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
- A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
- All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
- The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests
Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Family Law Paralegal
Match your credentials to the PERM job requirements
PERM labor certification requires your education and experience to exactly match the employer's minimum job requirements. A mismatch between your foreign paralegal certificate and the posted requirements triggers delays. Get your credentials evaluated by a NACES-approved agency before applying.
Target law firms with prior PERM filing history
Family law firms that have sponsored foreign workers before understand the PERM timeline and are far less likely to withdraw an offer midway through the process. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify firms in your metro area with verified PERM case history.
Understand how EB-3 differs from H-1B for paralegals
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is a longer timeline: PERM certification, I-140 approval, and priority date availability can take two to four years for most nationalities.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier in your offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Before accepting an offer, use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the wage level your role will be certified at and confirm your offer meets or exceeds it.
Find sponsoring family law employers through Migrate Mate
Searching broadly for paralegal roles wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Family Law Paralegal positions where employers have active green card sponsorship history, saving you outreach to firms that aren't set up for PERM.
Ask about I-140 portability before switching firms
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, you can change employers in a similar role without restarting the green card process. Confirm this with your sponsoring firm's HR or legal team before accepting a competing offer.
Green Card Family Law Paralegal: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Family Law Paralegal roles commonly qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Family Law Paralegal positions qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as skilled workers under PERM labor certification. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree plus specialized family law experience may also qualify for EB-2. Mid-size and large family law firms in metro areas are the most active sponsors because they have dedicated HR infrastructure to manage the multi-year PERM process.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a paralegal role?
H-1B requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which can be difficult to establish for paralegal positions and is subject to an annual lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no lottery and leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process is longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to green card approval, but there are no annual cap worries at the EB-3 level for most nationalities.
What documents do I need before a family law firm can file PERM for me?
You'll need a foreign credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency confirming your paralegal degree or certificate is equivalent to U.S. standards, proof of any required state certifications, and documentation of your experience that exactly mirrors the employer's PERM job description. Any gap between your documented background and the posted minimum requirements can cause USCIS to issue a request for evidence or DOL to audit the application.
How do I find Family Law Paralegal jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't specify PERM sponsorship upfront. Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Family Law Paralegal roles filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This removes firms that have never filed a PERM application and focuses your search on employers already familiar with the DOL certification process and willing to commit to the multi-year timeline.
Can I switch family law firms after my green card process has started?
You can change employers once your I-140 petition has been approved by USCIS and has been pending for at least 180 days. Under AC21 portability rules, the new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification as the sponsored position. Switching before those conditions are met restarts the PERM process from the beginning, which means losing your priority date.