Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Portland, OR

Law Firm

Portland, OR

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Portland, OR

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
The Litigation Legal Assistant at the law firm is responsible for providing support to assigned attorneys and contributing as a team member to meet the overall needs of the firm. The role involves:

- Delivering exceptional legal secretarial support.
- Demonstrating proficiency with Oregon state, Washington state, and federal court rules/procedures.
- Managing electronic court filings and docketing/calendaring rules effectively.
- Maintaining a high level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Exhibiting strong oral and written communication skills.
- Providing exceptional client service with a focus on sound judgment and reliability.
- Solving problems efficiently and remaining focused amidst competing priorities.
- Utilizing strong computer skills in a highly technological and computer-savvy environment.
- Being proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Word, with NetDocs experience considered a plus.
- Enjoying a vital role in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Litigation Legal Assistant position must have a minimum of five years of civil litigation experience. This experience is crucial to effectively support the attorneys and manage the legal processes involved.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information. However, it mentions that candidates should submit their compensation requirements along with their application, excluding compensation history.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing the Litigation Legal Assistant to connect with colleagues easily whether working in the office or from home, thanks to the firm’s technology and support. The law firm emphasizes a respectful environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences, believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion enhance their ability to serve clients, enrich the firm culture, and support the communities they are part of.

The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Interested candidates are instructed to email their cover letter, resume, and compensation requirements to the specified email address, without including compensation history.