Entry-Level Legal Administrative Assistant

Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - 


Time Off to Recharge - 10 firmholidays

Retirement Plan with Firm Contrib.

Paid Family & Medical Leave plus firm‑

HSA with firm contribution, plus FSA

Employee Assistance Program with...

Competitive pay for the meaningful...

Job summary

Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our collaborative Legal Assistant team in Portland. This entry-level role offers exposure to a professional law firm environment while supporting administrative tasks, document handling, correspondence, and workflow efficiency.

You will contribute to a team dedicated to excellence and accuracy, thrive in a collaborative setting, and also work independently when needed.

Qualifications

• 1 year of general office experience (law firm or professional services preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience with document management systems a plus.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and in person.
• Pay attention to detail and take pride in accuracy.
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment but can also work independently.
• Dependable, flexible, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Legal Assistants and attorneys.
• Prepare, proofread, and organize correspondence and legal documents.
• Assist with docketing, calendar updates, and deadline tracking.
• Handle mail distribution, scanning, copying, and file maintenance.
• Help prepare binders, document sets, and other materials for client matters.
• Support general office projects and provide backup assistance (including reception, as needed).

Skills

Office experience

MS Office

Document management

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent

Dependable

Eager to learn

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our collaborative Legal Assistant team in Portland. This entry-level role offers exposure to a professional law firm environment while supporting administrative tasks, document handling, correspondence, and workflow efficiency.

You will contribute to a team dedicated to excellence and accuracy, thrive in a collaborative setting, and also work independently when needed.