Legal Assistant

POSITION TITLE

Legal Assistant

COMPANY

Law Firm based in Clackamas, Oregon, with a focus in Criminal Defense and Family law. Currently, the law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant for our team with 1-3 years’ experience in legal/law firm office work. This is a team position for the right candidate.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Legal Assistant is responsible for gathering, preparing and summarizing discovery materials.

Responsible for assisting in the management of an active and busy criminal defense practice.

Must be a self-starter and comfortable with minimal supervision.

This position will have close client contact.

Legal Assistant will assist in other office responsibilities as necessary and as assigned, including phone work.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare and review complaints, motions, and pleadings with attorney supervision;

· Assist attorney(s) in preparation for hearings and trials;

· Complete investigations and fact-finding for cases;

· Provide administrative support for attorney(s);

· Conduct legal research and drafting as requested;

· Successfully complete special projects and other assignments as requested.

SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE

· Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite - Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

· Ability to interact with people at all levels of the corporate structure, prioritize and handle numerous competing demands in a high-volume, fast-paced working environment

· Proven ability to work effectively in independent settings

· Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts including outside attorneys, senior management, and business associates

· Excellent at Multi-tasking

· Available to work overtime and be on call as required

· Anticipate support needs of attorneys across a variety of legal matters

· Ability to work independently

· Identify and resolve or escalate issues in a timely manner

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

EDUCATION

High School or High School Equivalent.

Must Have 2 years office administrative experience.

JOB CATEGORY

Professional

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB CLOSE DATE

Open until filled

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation?

Experience:

• Office: 2 years (Required)
• Law office: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Clackamas, OR 97015 (Required)

Work Location: In person