Litigation Practice Assistant

Dunn Carney LLP.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Portland is looking for a Practice Assistant to support their Litigation Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience with strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing tasks under deadlines. Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, managing files, and coordinating court filings in Oregon and Washington. If you are a self-starter committed to client-focused legal services, apply to join their inclusive team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience supporting litigation practice.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks under time constraints.
• Knowledge of procedures and rules from different jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments, meetings, hearings, and depositions.
• Open new files and maintain all files up-to-date.
• Coordinate service of pleadings and manage court filings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Strong proofreading skills

Understanding of filing procedures

Job description

Overview

Dunn Carney is looking to expand the Litigation Practice Assistant team. We are seeking a Practice Assistant with 3-5 years of experience supporting our busy Litigation practice. This position will join an engaging team who enjoys working together and sharing ideas.

The preferred candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, ability to prioritize and to successfully complete tasks under time constraints in order to meet deadlines, strong proofreading skills, and skilled in procedures and rules from different jurisdictions and all phases of litigation.

We are seeking a self-starter who is actively engaged in their own career development and is dedicated to delivering excellent, client-focused legal services.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments, meetings, hearings and depositions. Make sure all other actions outside these arrangements are complete (e. prepare confirming communications, notices, retain court reporters, arrange for conference rooms, etc.).
• Open new files, request conflict of interest checks from Records Department, maintain all files up-to-date both electronically and physically.
• Manage and maintain files from beginning of a case through trial, arbitration and/or mediation.
• Coordinate service of pleadings to opposing parties. E-file accurately in state and federal courts in Oregon and Washington.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of filing procedures in Oregon and Washington and court rules
• Ability to docket/calendar deadlines and follow-up with attorneys as necessary ahead of time to ensure tasks are completed timely. Review applicable procedures and rules to confirm deadlines have been calculated correctly.
• Open new files, request conflict of interest checks from Records Department, maintain all files up-to-date both electronically and physically.
• Manage and maintain files from beginning of a case through trial, arbitration and/or mediation.
• Coordinate service of pleadings to opposing parties. E-file accurately in state and federal courts in Oregon and Washington

Join our team of accomplished practice assistants for this exciting opportunity. You will thrive in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthens our ability to serve clients, enhances our culture, and supports the communities we serve.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Donna Moser at [e-mail].

Dunn Carney LLP is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications for employment from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. If you need reasonable accommodations to apply for any position, please let us know. All employment decisions, practices and procedures are carried out without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable legally protected status.