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Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers
Portland, OR (In Person)
$67,600 Salary, Full-Time
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Legal Assistant Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $25 - $40 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Legal support experience Microsoft Office Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Attention to detail Clerical experience Personal injury case experience Adobe Acrobat Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced law office. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient operation of the firm by providing administrative, clerical, and legal support. The Legal Assistant will serve as a key point of contact for clients, courts, and internal staff, while assisting attorneys with case management and document preparation. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. This is a collaborative role within a small office environment where teamwork and reliability are critical. Duties Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls with professionalism Communicate with clients, courts, and external partners via phone and email Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and filings Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and deadlines Assist with client intake, including gathering and documenting relevant information File legal documents with courts (electronic and/or physical filing) Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks and filings Update spreadsheets, case tracking systems, and client records Perform general administrative duties such as copying, scanning, and filing Qualifications Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Paralegal, or similar role preferred Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro Experience with legal document preparation and formatting preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Professional demeanor with the ability to handle confidential information Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently Experience with case management systems or legal software is a plus