Litigation Legal Assistant

Miller Nash LLP • Portland, OR

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

Miller Nash is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support its litigation practice in Oregon. This full-time, hybrid role is based in the firm’s Portland office and involves providing legal and administrative support to attorneys in a fast-paced environment. The firm describes its culture as collegial, collaborative, supportive, and focused on work-life balance, professional growth, community involvement, and mutual respect. The firm embraces AI tools to improve efficiency and is seeking a candidate willing to use them in day-to-day work. Occasional overtime may be required. Applicants must submit both a resume and a tailored cover letter; applications missing either will not be considered.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of recent litigation experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Experience filing in Oregon state and federal courts.
• Strong competency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with document management systems.
• Experience with Oregon state and federal e-filing systems, including OECI and PACER/CM-ECF.
• Ability to file legal documents electronically and manually with federal and state courts and agencies.
• Willingness to embrace and use AI tools to work more efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to mentor less experienced team members.
• Open-mindedness and adaptability, including willingness to learn and use AI tools to improve efficiency and work quality.
• Submit a resume and tailored cover letter.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe.
• Experience with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal assistant duties in support of attorneys handling litigation matters.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, briefs, orders, subpoenas, and other legal documents from dictation, written instructions, and other materials.
• Manage calendars and schedule hearings, motions, meetings, mediations, and arbitrations, and ensure timely notification to involved parties.
• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format.
• Review and file legal documents in compliance with Oregon state and federal court requirements, electronically and manually.
• Assist with case management and document organization.
• Maintain documents and files in a securely managed document management system.
• Use firm-approved AI tools to improve efficiency in drafting, document review, and other day-to-day tasks.
• Collaborate with the team and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation of $60,000–$90,000, depending on experience; the position is non-exempt.
• Potential discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits; the posting directs applicants to the Professional Staff Benefits page for details about health, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.
• Hybrid flexibility to balance remote work with in-office collaboration.
• Modern Portland office in the 11W building, with curated retail, underground parking, and enhanced security and cleaning services.
• Supportive firm culture focused on professional growth, community involvement, and mutual respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed