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LHH

Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201


Position:

Legal Assistant – Civil LitigationHiring Type:

Direct HireLocation:

Portland, OR -HybridSalary Range:

$65K to $85K (commensurate with experience; 15+ years of experience around $85K)Experience Required:

Minimum 5+ years of legal experience, ideally in complex civil litigation. Medical malpractice litigation or substantive personal injury (PI) experience (10+ years) is preferred.Work Arrangement:

Primarily in-office, with the possibility of 1 remote day per week.

LHH is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant for one of our Portland Oregon clients. The ideal candidate will have some level of knowledge within the Medical Malpractice practice area but open to tenured Personal Injury experience as well.

Responsibilities:Organize and maintain legal files with high attention to detailManage case calendars, including all court deadlines and appearancesSchedule meetings, depositions, and mediations efficientlyCommunicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnelPrepare, proofread, and format legal documents (e.g., pleadings, reports, and correspondence)Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines under pressureConduct conflict checks and open new mattersE-file in Oregon circuit and federal courts, and Washington superior courtsProficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management systems

Preferred Skills:In-depth knowledge of

Oregon and Washington

court proceduresExperience in medical malpractice or insurance defense is a major plusStrong written and verbal communication skillsSelf-motivated and proactive problem-solving ability

Benefits:Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insuranceLong-term disability and group life insurance401(k) savings planPaid time off and sick timeAnnual discretionary bonus