Legal Assistant - Civil

We are a well-established Portland firm in need of a reliable and proactive legal assistant. Our firm specializes in landlord/tenant law, personal injury, condominium development, family law, estate planning/probate, civil litigation, and other areas of law. We are AV-rated, enjoy a premier (non-downtown) location, and growing!

Desired Skills

We are looking for candidates who possess the following skills:

* Experience in the legal field. Civil litigation, family law, or landlord/tenant experience a plus

* Knowledge of Oregon legal procedures. Knowledge of Washington legal procedures a plus

* Experience with Oregon State Court E-File System.

* Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Strong organizational skills

* Strong writing skills

* Ability to cope with stress and deadlines

* Attention to detail and ability to multi-task

* Ability to maintain confidentiality

* Take charge personality and positive attitude

* Ability to learn new areas of law

Job Duties

The legal assistant’s job duties will include

* Drafting, filing and maintaining pleadings and communications

* Calendaring hearings, trials and deadlines

* Organizing case files

* Communicating with clients

* Assisting with incoming and outgoing discovery

* Organizing exhibits, documents and evidence

Interested candidates should submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please include years of experience, type of experience and your residential location, with your resume. Pre-employment check is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting salary depends on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000