Receptionist | Legal Administrative Assistant

Ready to grow your legal career with a supportive, team-oriented firm? We’re seeking a personable and detail-oriented Receptionist | Legal Administrative Assistant who is eager to learn, contribute, and build a long-term career with a firm that values collaboration and promotes from within.

SALARY: $27–$28/hr. DOE
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SCHEDULE: Full-time, temp-to-hire | Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Background check required upon offer.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative reception team that works closely together while supporting paralegals, legal assistants, and attorneys across the firm.

• Career Growth Potential: Build your legal career with a firm that promotes from within and offers opportunities to advance into a Legal Assistant or Paralegal position.

• Valuable Legal Experience: Gain hands-on exposure to legal documents and litigation support across multiple areas of law.

• Great Benefits & Environment: Enjoy PTO, 401(k), competitive compensation, and a genuinely fun and supportive team atmosphere.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Greet clients and visitors and provide a welcoming, professional first impression.

• Answer and route incoming calls using a multi-line phone system.

• Schedule conference rooms and maintain calendars using Microsoft Outlook.

• Prepare, format, and file legal documents and correspondence.

• Draft letters, complete copying and document projects, and assist with balancing the team’s workload.

• Provide administrative and legal support to paralegals, legal assistants, and attorneys throughout the firm.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 1–2 years of hands-on legal experience, preferably within a law firm or legal office.

• Strong multitasking and organizational skills with the ability to balance front desk and legal administrative responsibilities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Adobe Pro, and practice management software.

• Excellent attention to detail and written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented approach.

• Interest in learning and growing within the legal field.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position performs general office duties in a professional environment. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift or move light packages, mail, and office materials.

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