Hybrid Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA with firm contribution

Paid Family & Medical Leave

Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off to Recharge

Job summary

Cos grave Vergeer Kester LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will help manage complex documents, deadlines, filings, and client communications with precision and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience, strong knowledge of court procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and e-filing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years civil litigation legal assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court rules, and filing procedures at local, state, and federal levels.
• Experience with electronic filing in Oregon state and federal courts; Washington experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Adobe).
• Experience with document management and client database systems.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accurate, polished work.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, and complex legal documents.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines.
• Coordinate and prepare electronic court filings.
• Maintain and organize paper and electronic client files.
• Assist with billing support, expense reimbursements, and client communications.
• Prepare new matter documentation and maintain client contact information.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reports.
• Support attorneys during trial as needed.
• Serve as backup to other Legal Assistants and collaborate with firm departments.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Client communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Document management systems

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Cos grave Vergeer Kester LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will help manage complex documents, deadlines, filings, and client communications with precision and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience, strong knowledge of court procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and e-filing.