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Litigation Legal Assistant | Boly:Welch
The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Boly:Welch’s partner client, located in Portland, OR, requiring three in-office days per week after an initial training period. The firm is a highly regarded boutique law firm that advises some of Oregon’s largest organizations, including multinational corporations, professional sports organizations, public utilities, and municipalities. This role is crucial for providing experienced administrative support to a group of award-winning litigation attorneys working across various practice areas. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation and success of the legal team.
The TL;DR
• Role: Senior
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Portland, OR
• Pay: $80000–$100000 yearly
• Team: Supports a group of award-winning litigation attorneys; a tenured predecessor will assist with transition.
• Mission: Ensure efficient and organized support for litigation attorneys across various practice areas.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, document management software
What You’ll Actually Do
• E-Filing: Manage electronic filings with Oregon state and federal courts.
• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare a variety of legal documents.
• Calendar & Docketing: Oversee complex attorney calendars and accurately docket critical deadlines.
• Trial Support: Assist comprehensively with trial preparation tasks.
• Case Management: Maintain organized case files and coordinate effectively with court staff.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Senior-level. A high school diploma is required, along with core domain knowledge in litigation.
• Experience: Requires 8-10+ years of dedicated litigation support experience. Proven experience with e-filing procedures in Oregon state and federal courts is essential.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and various document management software is necessary for this role.
• Bonus: Candidates who are collaborative, highly organized, and adaptable to different attorney workstyles will thrive. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
