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Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Litigation Legal Assistant role supporting respected Managing Partner and team, in a firm with hybrid work, great benefits and opportunities for bonuses!
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SALARY: $63,000-$82,000/year DOE
SCHEDULE: Full-time; Monday-Friday | Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 remote) | Flexible Hours | Direct Hire
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
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Support high-level litigation: Work directly with a respected Managing Partner and experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters, including medical malpractice and insurance defense.
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Outstanding work/life balance: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, minimal overtime, and a firm culture that values employee well-being.
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Collaborative team environment: Join a supportive firm with excellent onboarding, strong technology, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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Draft, edit, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents while managing electronic and physical case files.
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Prepare and electronically file documents with Oregon state and federal courts while monitoring litigation deadlines and maintaining attorney calendars.
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Coordinate depositions, expert witnesses, medical records, and client communications while supporting discovery and trial preparation.
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Assist attorneys with complex litigation matters, including insurance defense, medical malpractice, commercial litigation, appellate work, and civil rights defense.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
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5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience, preferably supporting complex litigation, insurance defense, or medical malpractice practices.
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Strong knowledge of Oregon court rules, litigation procedures, calendaring, and electronic court filing.
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Experience with legal software such as iManage, ProLaw, Adobe Acrobat Pro, or similar document management systems.
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Exceptional organizational, multitasking, proofreading, grammar, and document formatting skills with a professional, client-focused communication style.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods while preparing and reviewing legal documents.
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Frequent use of computers, telephones, and other standard office equipment.
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Ability to occasionally lift and carry legal files or office materials up to 20 pounds.
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Ability to move throughout the office to support attorneys, attend meetings, and manage case files as needed.
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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