LHH is working with a Portland-based legal team who is seeking a highly organized and adaptable Legal Assistant to support multiple attorneys, including newly hired associates. This role requires a strong background in corporate legal environments and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting where priorities shift quickly.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a corporate legal setting

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to firm-specific systems and workflows

• Exceptional organizational skills to manage complex attorney schedules and travel

• Strong communication and multitasking abilities

• Comfortable handling urgent tasks and shifting priorities with minimal supervision

Responsibilities Include:

• Drafting, editing, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence

• Managing electronic and physical files, including document comparison and binder assembly

• Supporting court filings, trial preparation, and hearing logistics

• Assisting with new business intake, conflict checks, and engagement letters

• Coordinating attorney calendars, travel arrangements, and client communications

• Preparing client invoices and expense reports with attention to billing guidelines

• Supporting marketing, business development, and internal training initiatives

• Providing backup support across teams and assisting with onboarding new staff

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Experience with legal software tools such as iManage, Litera Compare, Concur, Elite Enterprise, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and DocuSign

• Typing speed of 65+ WPM

• Familiarity with billing and document management systems

Job Details:

• Location: Portland, OR

• Work Type: Contact to Hire

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

• Work Arrangement: Onsite during training; hybrid schedule with 1 remote day/week thereafter

• Hourly Pay: $30 - $45

• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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