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Express Employment Professionals is offering an exclusive evaluation-to-hire position for a Legal Assistant/Secretary. Apply now by contacting Express Employment Professionals at 503-###-#### and seize this fantastic opportunity!

Job Description:

We are currently hiring for a Legal Assistant/Secretary position at a well-established civil defense law firm in the greater Portland Metro Area. This direct-hire opportunity with our partner offers a chance to support the long-term growth of their practice.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Legal Assistant/Secretary, you will play a crucial role in providing legal support to multiple attorneys. Your responsibilities include typing, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence, filing documents with various courts, telephone communications with clients and business contacts, file maintenance, substantial data entry, opening/closing files, conflict checks, and other assigned tasks. Strong attention to detail is a must.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of legal secretarial experience, preferably in Insurance Defense litigation.
• Familiarity with Oregon and Washington court rules.
• Proficiency in word processing and the ability to quickly learn new software.
• Strong spelling, grammar, punctuation, and legal terminology skills.
• Understanding of legal procedures and the ability to read and comprehend court rules.
• Experience with Clio Manage and FasterSuite is a plus.
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to take initiative.

Overview of Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, life, and vision care coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 3% company contribution.
• Great in-office work environment.
• Hybrid work - remote with some in-office days.
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Work Location: In-Office and Remote

Diversity and Inclusion:

Our partner is committed to creating a diverse and welcoming work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. They hire without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, or other non-merit-based considerations.

Express Employment Professionals is your gateway to this exciting career opportunity. Apply today to join their team and be a part of their dynamic legal practice. Submit resumes to or call for more information.

North Portland, OR
1944
4790 North Lombard Street
Portland, OR 97203