Legal

Legal Assistant

LHH US

Oregon, Portland · Portland · United States

Legal Assistant About the Opportunity

A respected professional services organization is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented administrative professional who thrives on managing competing priorities, maintaining organization, and contributing to a collaborative team. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the opportunity to support a dynamic legal practice.

Responsibilities
  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
  • Draft, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Coordinate court filings and electronic submissions while ensuring compliance with applicable deadlines and procedures.
  • Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and other case-related events.
  • Open new matters, maintain case files, and assist with records management throughout the matter lifecycle.
  • Track critical deadlines and support attorneys with case and project management tasks.
  • Process attorney time entries and assist with billing activities, client invoicing, and expense documentation.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and document distribution.
  • Manage incoming communications, mail, and requests from clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
  • Support special projects and administrative initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience, preferably supporting legal professionals.
  • Experience working in a litigation, corporate legal, or professional services environment preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of legal document preparation, formatting, and proofreading.
  • Familiarity with court filing procedures and electronic filing systems is a plus.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented culture.
What You'll Find Here
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Generous paid time off and retirement savings options.
  • Hybrid work flexibility.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Exposure to sophisticated legal matters and experienced professionals.
  • Opportunities for ongoing learning, professional development, and long-term career growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant seeking a stable, team-oriented environment where accuracy, initiative, and client service are highly valued.

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Ashley Gill

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

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.

Reference: 3149345120

Apply now

Continue on the employer's official application - the same link they use for every candidate.

More jobs

Find more on Avenoir Talent

This role is listed on Avenoir Talent for discovery and search. Hiring decisions and applications are handled by the employer or their chosen application system.