Robert Half Corporation Jobs

Description

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Legal Assistant to join our boutique firm in Portland. This role is essential in supporting our litigation practice group and will be responsible for a variety of tasks ranging from document management to client communication. If you have a strong understanding of legal terminology, practices, and procedures, this could be an ideal opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

• Create, revise, redline, and proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Manage document production and distribution, ensuring all relevant parties receive necessary information

• File pleadings and documents with appropriate courts and agencies

• Coordinate and manage projects, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner

• Track and manage deadlines, following internal docketing procedures to ensure all necessary dates are properly docketed

• Handle client communications, including incoming calls, emails, correspondences, and mailings

• Coordinate preliminary conflict checks, prepare client intake forms, and engagement letters

• Maintain and organize client and matter files, both physical and electronic. This includes opening and closing files, maintaining files, saving documents, and emails into document management system

• Assist with the billing process by entering and reviewing attorneys’ weekly billable time, and reviewing, editing, and circulating monthly prebills

• Use case management software and other tools such as LexisNexis and Microsoft Office Suites to carry out duties efficiently and effectively

• Handle confidential and sensitive materials with discretion.

Firm offers fully paid medical premiums, hybrid working options, 2+ weeks PTO, 2 weeks sick leave, parking stipend, 401K, bonus opportunities, and more!

To submit your resume confidentially please send to Sam(dot)Sheehan(at)RobertHalf(dot)(com)

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant

• Proficiency in Case Management Software is required

• Familiarity with LexisNexis and Management System is necessary

• Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suites

• Experience with Billing Functions is required

• Must be proficient in Briefing and Calendar Management

• Experience in Complaint Handling and Documentation is a plus

• Must have knowledge of Automated Civil Litigation (ACL)

• Civil Litigation Experience is required

• Experience in Defense Litigation is needed

• Proficiency in various aspects of Litigation - Filing, Management, Support & Document Services

• Must have experience with Litigation Support Software

• Familiarity with Litigation Documents and Litigation Holds is necessary

• Must have significant Litigation Practice and Litigation Support experience.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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