What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Southwest Portland Law Group, LLC?
Southwest Portland Law Group, LLC has an immediate opening for an experienced, organized, and self-starting legal assistant to assist attorneys in managing a busy civil litigation, business, and real estate practice.The ideal candidate will:
- Have at least two successive years of experience supporting attorneys practicing in the areas of real estate, business, civil litigation, and/or general civil practice.
- Draft and edit pleadings, correspondence and memoranda.
- Assist civil litigation attorneys in client intake, case management and docketing, scheduling appointments, depositions, and hearings, and other civil litigation legal assistant tasks.
- Work with attorneys to support and assist long-standing client relationships.
- Coordinate due diligence for commercial and residential real estate transactions, including working with title, escrow, surveyors, engineers, and county administrative offices.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Be a highly organized, self-starter who is able to collect and organize detailed information, keep track of deadlines, and prioritize workflow accordingly.
- Acute attention to detail with strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills.
- Have ability to solve problems as they arise and provide excellent client service.
- Be able to work well as an integral and valued team player in a small practice group.
This is a full-time, in-office position. Schedule is 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.If you have the skills and experience for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to jessica@ swpdxlaw.com
Southwest Portland Law Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and strive to provide an inclusive workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $25