Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Location: Portland, Oregon

Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days in-office/2 remote

Salary: $72,000-$89,000 DOE

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a Portland law firm to hire a Litigation Floating Legal Assistant. This role requires a highly adaptable professional who can step into different desks seamlessly, maintain consistency in workflow, and support a busy litigation practice with minimal disruption. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bring strong knowledge of court rules and procedures, and demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities:

• Perform e-filing in multiple jurisdictions with strict adherence to court rules and procedures
• Maintain and manage litigation calendars, deadlines, and docketing protocols
• Proofread, edit, and finalize litigation documents and correspondence for accuracy and compliance
• Assist attorneys and staff with case management, filings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with legal assistants and administrative staff to ensure seamless workflow across teams
• Adapt quickly to different attorney preferences, workloads, and practice needs
• Provide full desk coverage for legal assistants during vacations and absences, including docketing support as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a business litigation legal assistant required
• Strong knowledge of court rules, legal calendaring, and e-filing procedures, ideally in Oregon and Washington civil courts and Oregon federal courts
• Experience supporting or working alongside docketing functions is highly preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and proofreading skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and handle frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented, flexible, and able to adapt quickly to changing assignments

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities and annual salary reviews
• Multiple paid time off options, including vacation, sick leave, and additional leave programs that grow with tenure
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance, with employer-paid premiums for employees and partial coverage for dependents
• Support for commuting and remote work, including transportation benefits and home office reimbursement
• Additional wellness, paid leave, and professional support programs

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