Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal & Compliance/Legal
LHH
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per Year
Portland, OregonPermanent
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Location: Portland, Oregon
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 remote after training)
Salary: $70,000-$90,000 DOE
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Job Description:
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established Pacific Northwest law firm to hire an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for their Portland office. In this role, you will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice, including document preparation, court e-filings, case management, and regular communication with attorneys, clients, and court personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and be comfortable with document preparation, multi-jurisdictional e-filing, and deadline-driven work in both Oregon and Washington state and federal courts, including appellate courts.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals within the Litigation group
- Edit, format, and proofread pleadings, briefs, and correspondence for accuracy and compliance with court rules
- Prepare and e-file documents in Oregon and Washington state, federal, and appellate courts, ensuring adherence to local rules
- Manage complex calendaring, including court appearances, filing deadlines, client meetings, and internal milestones
- Verify legal citations and references for filings and correspondence
- Maintain and organize electronic case files and assist with matter opening and closing procedures
- Review and finalize attorney time entries in compliance with billing guidelines
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of litigation Legal Assistant experience
- Demonstrated experience with multi-jurisdictional e-filing (OR and WA required)
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Associate’s degree preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Transit subsidy and generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Keaton Anderson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal & Compliance/Legal
LHH
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per Year
Portland, OregonPermanent
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Location: Portland, Oregon
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 remote after training)
Salary: $70,000-$90,000 DOE
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Job Description:
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established Pacific Northwest law firm to hire an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for their Portland office. In this role, you will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice, including document preparation, court e-filings, case management, and regular communication with attorneys, clients, and court personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and be comfortable with document preparation, multi-jurisdictional e-filing, and deadline-driven work in both Oregon and Washington state and federal courts, including appellate courts.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals within the Litigation group
- Edit, format, and proofread pleadings, briefs, and correspondence for accuracy and compliance with court rules
- Prepare and e-file documents in Oregon and Washington state, federal, and appellate courts, ensuring adherence to local rules
- Manage complex calendaring, including court appearances, filing deadlines, client meetings, and internal milestones
- Verify legal citations and references for filings and correspondence
- Maintain and organize electronic case files and assist with matter opening and closing procedures
- Review and finalize attorney time entries in compliance with billing guidelines
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of litigation Legal Assistant experience
- Demonstrated experience with multi-jurisdictional e-filing (OR and WA required)
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Associate’s degree preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Transit subsidy and generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Keaton Anderson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.