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See your cases through from intake to trial! Join a respected boutique Portland law firm handling serious injury, wrongful death, civil rights, and complex litigation in a collaborative environment where you'll work side-by-side with experienced attorneys and paralegals and be a valued member of a close-knit team.
SALARY: $75k+/yr. DOE
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SCHEDULE: Full-time; 35-37.5 hrs/wk. | In-office, 1 day remote after training
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
Use your resourcefulness, passion for the law, and civil litigation experience in any area to join a collaborative, team-oriented office where you'll work directly with the attorneys and have the opportunity to grow your skills long-term.
Enjoy an exceptional work-life balance with flexible office hours and one remote day each week.
Excellent benefits package including medical coverage, paid parking, retirement benefits, and bonus opportunities.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Manage plaintiff litigation files from intake through resolution, including calendaring, deadlines, and overall case management.
Prepare cases for trial by organizing exhibits, discovery, deposition transcripts, trial notebooks, and ensuring timely filing and service under Oregon court rules.
Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, deposition notices, correspondence, and other litigation documents under attorney supervision.
Obtain and organize medical records, billing, liens, treatment chronologies, and damages documentation.
Coordinate with clients, medical providers, courts, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses while scheduling depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial-related events.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Prior litigation experience with a strong understanding of Oregon court procedures and trial preparation; plaintiff experience is preferred, but more important is your trial experience in any area, along with multi-tasking, problem solving, and interest in large plaintiff, civil rights cases.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce accurate, polished work.
Resourceful, curious, coachable, and able to shift between competing priorities without losing focus.
A genuine interest in plaintiff advocacy and a desire to build a long-term career with a collaborative, close-knit firm.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires sitting for extended periods while working at a computer, with occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying files and office materials weighing up to 15 pounds. The role also requires sufficient manual dexterity, visual acuity, and communication abilities to prepare legal documents, operate standard office equipment, and interact effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and other stakeholders.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
This position is offered through Legal Northwest | NW Staffing Resources. Simply select ‘Apply Online’ at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 503-242-2514
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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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