Legal Assistant

Preg O’Donnell & Gillett, a regional, full-service litigation and business firm is seeking an Insurance Defense Litigation Legal Assistant to support three attorneys in our Portland office. We are seeking a legal assistant with 2 or more years of litigation experience who enjoys working closely with attorneys and supporting clients in a comfortable and friendly work atmosphere. Attorney and client support includes: Initiate conflicts checks and open new client matters Docket and maintain case calendars Review court rules to ensure compliance with court format and efiling requirements Monitor case schedules and ensure attorneys are current with impending deadlines Draft, proofread, format, and edit pleadings, correspondence, and client documents E-file in federal, Washington state, and some Oregon state court jurisdictions Contact clients to schedule appointments, depositions, and trial appearances Prepare attorneys for depositions, hearings, and trial Close case files following data destruction procedures Knowledge of ProLaw document and case management software helpful Proficient in AdobePro to redact, bates stamp and convert documents Proficient in large file transfer products helpful The ideal candidate should enjoy collaborating with coworkers and supporting each other with flexible work schedules. Excellent client relationships and interpersonal skills are a plus! Familiarity with insurance defense personal injury, motor vehicle, and construction defect cases helpful. Starting salary from 65-80k annually DOE. Preg O’Donnell & Gillett offers a competitive salary, great benefits, an emphasis on life balance, and a friendly, business casual environment. Our benefits include: Medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible schedule with remote work access Life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr