Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Location: Portland, OR
Schedule: Hybrid (2 days in-office, 3 days remote after training)
Salary Range: $77,000 - $82,000
Signing Bonus: $3,000 (paid in two installments: $1,500 at start and $1,500 after 6 months)
Bonus Eligibility: Not eligible for year-end bonus this year
LHH is working with a busy and high-performing litigation team is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation. This role provides critical support to a senior shareholder with a high-volume practice focused on medical malpractice defense and other complex litigation matters.
The ideal candidate will have strong e-filing experience in Oregon, be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing court deadlines, trial preparation, and attorney calendars with minimal oversight. While training on specific software and internal processes will be provided, the successful candidate must bring a solid understanding of litigation workflow and calendaring practices.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and process court filings, with emphasis on Oregon e-filing
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Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including scheduling deadlines, court appearances, and meetings
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Handle docketing and ensure accurate tracking of important litigation dates
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Support trial preparation, including assembling trial notebooks and coordinating exhibits
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Manage legal documents using a document management system (experience with ProLaw is a plus)
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Open new matters and assist with case organization
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Maintain regular communication with attorneys to keep them informed of schedules, filings, and court requirements
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Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all work, with a focus on avoiding critical filing errors
Qualifications:
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Minimum of 3 years of legal assistant experience in civil litigation
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Strong knowledge of civil rules of procedure, particularly in Oregon
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Trial and trial preparation experience required
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Experience with document management systems and electronic filing
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Proficiency in docketing, calendaring, and deadline management
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Ability to work independently and manage a high volume of tasks with accuracy
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Experience in medical malpractice or related litigation preferred, but not required
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Washington e-filing experience is a plus
Work Environment & Schedule:
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Hybrid schedule: 2 days in-office, 3 days remote
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Full-time in-office required during initial training period (approximately 1 month)
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Additional in-office time may be required during trial preparation or active trials
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Hybrid schedule may be revoked if attendance policies are not followed
Benefits:
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Health Insurance: 100% coverage for medical and dental premiums (Regence, $2500 deductible paid by the firm)
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Life Insurance: Coverage is 2x salary plus $10,000.
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Dependent Coverage: 60% paid by the firm. HRA available with deductible reimbursement. FSA options for medical and dependent care.
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Retirement: 401K eligibility immediately upon contribution, with a safe harbor employer contribution of 3% of total compensation and discretionary profit-sharing after 1 year of service and 1000 hours worked
Pay Details: $77,000.00 to $82,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Ariel Dunlap
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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