Legal Assistant Urgently Hiring

Express Employment professionals is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant/paralegal with two or more years of Oregon legal experience, preferably in real estate and business. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a dependable work ethic, strong writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Firm Central, or other law firm document management systems.

Responsibilities:

Prepare correspondence, basic pleadings, and court filings.

Handle e-filing and docketing.

Schedule meetings and depositions; keep attorney schedules and calendars efficient and up-to-date.

Manage and assist with client communication.

Perform conflict checks for prospective clients and assist with intakes.

Arrange for service of process of legal documents.

Maintain and track status of cases.

Assist with preparation for hearings, meetings, and trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as needed.

Maintain electronic files.

Notarize transactional and litigation documents.

Fill in for receptionist when needed.

Prepare and send firm invoices.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of civil procedure and general law firm procedures and protocols.

High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and document management programs (preferably Firm Central).

Experience with e-filing, document management, and time and billing.

Currently a notary or willing to become a Notary.

Valid drivers license and dependable form of transportation.

Organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Top-notch accuracy, spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.

Able to keep and maintain confidential information regarding clients and firm issues.

Contact us today! Call our office today to apply over the phone (503) 399-1200! Or email us your resume at: Jobs.SalemOR@ *Please add (Legal Assistant) to the subject line of your email.

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PandoLogic. Keywords: Paralegal, Location: Salem, OR - 97303 , PL: 592293137