Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Our Firm:

We are a growing firm that provides high-quality, individualized representation to clients needing assistance in probate court and criminal defense (both retained and court appointed).

Position Discription:

You will be an integral part of our legal team, primarily assisting with probate of estates, gathering information and drafting petitions for Probate Court, including guardianships and conservatorships.

You will also support our criminals defense litigation team by calendaring meetings and court appearances, organizing electronic discovery, and communicating with professionals such as accountants, healthcare professionals, and private investigators.

• Perform legal research and analyze complex legal documents
• Draft motions, petitions, letters and other legal documents related to probate matters and other cases
• Assist in the preparation of discovery requests and responses
• Manage the organization and filing of legal documents
• Monitor court deadlines and ensure timely filings
• Participate in client interviews and meetings when needed
• Maintain a working knowledge of relevant Oregon laws and regulations
• Handle administrative tasks such as filing, copying, scanning documents, and answering phones.

Benefits:

Health Insurance

2 weeks vacation plus 10 court holidays

In-office hours are generally between 9:00 – 5:00, but can be adjusted slightly to meet other commitments outside of the office.

Some limited remote work is possible for the right candidate.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in the legal field involving Probate, Guardianships, Conservatorships. Some experience in criminal defense a plus.
• Knowledge of Oregon court rules and eFiling in Oregon circuit courts
• Oregon Notary or ability to become an Oregon Notary
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Clio legal software
• Must be highly detail-oriented and organized
• Must be comfortable with multi-tasking during fast-paced situations
• Ability to always maintain friendly and professional communication with clients and co-workers
• Ability to work in a self-motivated, efficient, and organized manner
• Ability to anticipate next steps and when to offer assistance to co-workers.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with legal drafting, including preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Conduct research and gather relevant information for cases
• Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Perform data entry tasks to update client information and case details
• File documents with the court system or other relevant agencies
• Assist attorneys with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organizing meetings
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw or other legal databases

Note: All positions at our firm are paid positions. We value the contributions of our employees and believe in fair compensation for their work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Albany, OR 97321 (Required)

Work Location: In person