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Paralegal | Litigation & Business Law
Job Description
Paralegal | Litigation & Business Law
Hybrid opportunity with a respected Portland law firm offering exposure to a broad mix of litigation, business, commercial, employment, and transactional matters within a collaborative legal team.
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SALARY: $83k/yr. DOE
SCHEDULE: Full-time | 37.5 hours/wk.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
Hybrid schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance.
Support attorneys across a wide range of litigation and business law matters.
Join a collaborative and professional legal team with a strong reputation in the Portland market.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Support attorneys in litigation and business law matters by drafting pleadings, motions, discovery responses, contracts, and related legal documents.
Manage case files, organize exhibits and supporting documentation, and maintain litigation calendars and deadlines.
Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties regarding case status, scheduling, and document collection.
Assist with trial preparation, subpoenas, filings, deposition coordination, and other litigation support activities.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
2+ years of paralegal experience in Civil Litigation, Business Law, Employment Law, Commercial Law or similar, preferably within Oregon.
Strong knowledge of Oregon court procedures and e-filing processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems.
Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a professional legal environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, as well as occasional standing, walking, and light lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds. Must have sufficient manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate standard office equipment, review documents, and manage administrative tasks efficiently.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background, identity, or status.
This position is offered through the Legal Northwest Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through nwstaffing.com, please click “Apply Here” and select the Legal Northwest Branch for immediate consideration. Or contact our office directly at 503.242.2514 to speak with a Recruiter.
Job ID# 141486
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Meet Your Recruiter
Senior Recruiter
Maricela Avelar is a Senior Recruiter with NW Staffing Resources based in the Portland office. She specializes in matching talented candidates with employers across industries including Administrative, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Accounting, Human Resources, and Legal support.
Her recruiting approach focuses on communication, responsiveness, and consistency. By taking time to understand both employer needs and candidate goals, he/she helps create long-term successful matches rather than simply filling positions.
As part of NW Staffing Resources, founded in Portland in 1985, she/he supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements throughout the Pacific Northwest. NW Staffing has earned ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards annually since 2017 and has been recognized as one of Oregon's Top 100 Companies to Work For.
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