Legal Assistant | Litigation

Northwest Staffing Resources • Portland, OR

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Direct Hire Legal Assistant | Litigation Join a fast-paced litigation team supporting attorneys through all phases of case management, from initial filings to trial preparation, while ensuring deadlines, documents, and logistics are handled with precision. This full-time, hybrid role based in Portland, OR offers the opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-focused legal support.

Requirements

• 3–8+ years of litigation support experience, with knowledge of court rules and filing procedures in Oregon and Washington (State and federal courts)
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including meticulous proofreading and attention to detail
• Proficiency in docketing/calendaring deadlines and coordinating complex schedules for hearings, depositions, and meetings
• Self-motivated, proactive professional committed to continuous development and delivering high-quality, client-focused legal support

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from case inception through trial, arbitration, or mediation, including organizing documents, maintaining electronic and physical files, and coordinating service and e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Docket and track deadlines, ensuring compliance with Oregon and Washington court rules; proactively follow up with attorneys and verify accuracy of calculated deadlines.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and meetings, including scheduling, preparing notices and correspondence, arranging conference rooms, and securing court reporters.
• Support case administration tasks such as opening new matters, requesting conflict checks, proofreading legal documents, and ensuring all filings and communications are accurate, timely, and client-focused.

Benefits

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment where colleagues actively share ideas and support one another
• Varied, hands-on litigation work across all phases of a case, offering strong exposure and skill development
• Opportunity to take ownership of deadlines, case management, and attorney support in a fast-paced practice
• Meaningful client-focused work that directly contributes to successful case outcomes
• Supportive setting for professional growth, ideal for a self-starter looking to build a long-term legal career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees