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Paralegal - 80k DOE Employment Law
Job Description
Be part of an esteemed local firm, providing crucial support to a team of accomplished attorneys. Bring your 4+ years of civil litigation experience and enjoy a hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits, profit sharing, and transportation benefit with this fun group! Join us in delivering excellence!
SALARY: $80k/yr. DOE
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SCHEDULE:Full-time; Monday-Friday | Hybrid | Direct Hire
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
Play a vital role in a fast-paced litigation practice, serving as a key partner to attorneys and clients throughout the legal process.
Enjoy meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to build strong professional relationships while making a direct impact on case outcomes.
Leverage your organizational and litigation expertise in a role that offers variety, autonomy, and ownership of critical administrative and case management functions.
Join a collaborative and professional team that values attention to detail, strong communication, and excellence in client service.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents using established templates and firm procedures.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining professional communication through phone, email, and written correspondence.
Coordinate and manage client meetings, appointments, and schedules involving multiple parties and stakeholders.
Maintain accurate and organized client records in both digital and physical formats, ensuring file integrity and accessibility.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience, with a strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and case management processes.
Proficient in document management systems, including the organization, maintenance, and retrieval of electronic and physical case files.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, eFiling platforms, and complex calendar management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and other stakeholders.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using standard office equipment. The ability to occasionally lift and carry files or office materials up to 20 pounds and move throughout the office to attend meetings and access records is required.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEPS
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
Meet Your Recruiter
Bridget is a 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, Legal, and Dental 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 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.
Whether assisting a candidate with a career change or helping a client solve a hiring challenge, she is committed to delivering a positive staffing experience built on trust, professionalism, and results.
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