Legal Assistant - Real Estate

Verrill•Portland, OR

2d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Verrill is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Real Estate Practice Group in our Portland Maine office. As one of New England’s leading full-service law firms, Verrill offers the opportunity to do meaningful work alongside exceptional colleagues in a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment. We are committed to attracting talented individuals who are dedicated to excellence, client service, and continuous growth and development in their careers. This role is a full-time, hourly position supporting attorneys in our Real Estate Practice Group.

Requirements

Relevant real estate experience
Advanced computer skills (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Project management skills
Ability to prioritize tasks successfully

Responsibilities

Revising and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
Handling of opening new matters, conflict checks and billing activities
Processing invoices and expense reports
Maintaining paper and electronic files
Calendaring, tracking deadlines, and managing day-to-day workflow
Conducting general research
Serving as a point of contact for client calls and correspondence
Assisting clients and responding promptly with the ability to successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Performing other administrative functions with flexibility and willingness to work on a wide variety of projects and assignments