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Hybrid Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant at Jobot
Portland, OR 97204
About the Job
Hybrid Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant / 401K Match/ Paid Benefits/ Bonuses
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Haley Lucas
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Salary: $85,000 - $98,000 per year
A bit about us:
The successful candidate will have senior-level experience working in Oregon state and federal courts and arbitrations, and a depth of knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. This full-time position will primarily support one attorney and occasionally the office’s other lawyers with Oregon-based cases. We are looking for someone who is an excellent communicator, very straightforward by nature, an exceptional proofreader, positive and proactive, and appreciates the challenging work and fast pace of litigation.
Why join us?
Job Details
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Hybrid Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join our vibrant and dynamic legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in e-filing state-wide courts, case management, working with outside counsel, legal research, docketing, class action, e-file, and proofreading documents. The position calls for a professional who can work closely with clients, attorneys, and counsel, and manage legal notebooks. If you are looking for a challenging role that offers diversity, complexity, and a chance to contribute significantly to our team's success, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Haley Lucas
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $85,000 - $98,000 per year
A bit about us:
The successful candidate will have senior-level experience working in Oregon state and federal courts and arbitrations, and a depth of knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. This full-time position will primarily support one attorney and occasionally the office’s other lawyers with Oregon-based cases. We are looking for someone who is an excellent communicator, very straightforward by nature, an exceptional proofreader, positive and proactive, and appreciates the challenging work and fast pace of litigation.
Why join us?
- ·Medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability benefits.
- ·Transportation subsidy.
- ·Paid time off. 3 weeks vacation
- ·Family and medical leave.
- ·Paid Holidays.
- ·401k and Profit-Sharing plans
- ·Bonus
Job Details
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Hybrid Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join our vibrant and dynamic legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in e-filing state-wide courts, case management, working with outside counsel, legal research, docketing, class action, e-file, and proofreading documents. The position calls for a professional who can work closely with clients, attorneys, and counsel, and manage legal notebooks. If you are looking for a challenging role that offers diversity, complexity, and a chance to contribute significantly to our team's success, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of complex commercial litigation cases, including e-filing in state-wide courts, case management, and working with outside counsel.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case progression and resolution.
- Maintain and manage legal docketing to ensure all deadlines are met accurately and timely.
- Assist in class action lawsuits, including coordinating with clients, attorneys, and other involved parties.
- Utilize e-file systems to organize, update, and manage critical case documents and records.
- Prepare and proofread legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and court rules.
- Work closely with clients, attorneys, and counsel, providing regular updates and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Manage legal notebooks, ensuring all relevant information and documents are organized, updated, and easily accessible.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant or similar role in the legal industry.
- Proven experience with e-filing state-wide courts, case management, and working with outside counsel.
- Strong knowledge of legal research techniques and resources.
- Proficiency in legal docketing and experience with class action lawsuits.
- Experience with e-file systems and excellent document management skills.
- Exceptional ability to work closely with clients, attorneys, and counsel, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading skills.
- Ability to manage legal notebooks effectively and efficiently.
- A bachelor's degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field is preferred.
- Paralegal certification is a plus.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Salary
85,000 - 98,000 /year