Litigation Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Position:

Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Your Role:
Our client, a respected regional law firm with offices in downtown Portland and a strong regional presence, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Portland-based litigation team. This role is well-suited for a self-directed professional who thrives both independently and in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of Oregon and Washington state court procedures, as well as federal court rules.

Our client is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace by The Oregonian for several years demonstrating a positive, supportive, and high-performing workplace culture.

What you need to bring to the table to be successful:

Minimum of five years of litigation experience in Oregon and Washington

Strong working knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures

Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Superior grammar, spelling, and proofreading abilities

Proficiency with state and federal eFiling systems

Experience managing attorney calendars and master dockets; familiarity with electronic docketing systems preferred

Hands-on experience supporting all phases of the discovery process

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Experience with document management systems; NetDocuments preferred

Pay & Benefits:
This is a non-exempt position offering challenging and meaningful work in a collaborative team environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off and 10 paid holidays

401(k) and profit sharing

Transit subsidy

Hybrid work option available after 90 days, subject to performance expectations (two days per week in-office)