Paralegal - Civil Defense Litigation | Growth & Benefits

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life and short-term-dis.

401(k) with generous match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. is seeking a full-time paralegal in its Oregon or Washington office. The role supports attorneys in civil defense matters in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Strong organization and communication skills are essential for case management and document preparation. The position involves drafting pleadings, managing files, coordinating hearings, and liaising with clients and court staff.

Qualifications

• This role requires at least 2 years’ paralegal experience in civil litigation.
• Familiarity with WA or OR court procedures and e-filing systems is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation from case inception through trial or settlement.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Manage case files and maintain organized documents throughout each matter.
• Coordinate deadlines, hearings, depositions, and attorney calendars.
• Communicate with clients, court staff, experts, and opposing counsel professionally.
• Provide overflow administrative support as needed.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Civil litigation knowledge

WA/OR court procedures

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Legal document management systems

MS Office suite

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. is seeking a full-time paralegal in its Oregon or Washington office. The role supports attorneys in civil defense matters in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Strong organization and communication skills are essential for case management and document preparation. The position involves drafting pleadings, managing files, coordinating hearings, and liaising with clients and court staff.