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Legal Assistant- OR Jobs in Portland, OR at McCarthy & Holthus
About us
Yelish, Barker & Cunningham is a medium-sized law firm based in Port Orchard. We specialize in state criminal defense, federal criminal defense, NGRI defense, and family law among other areas of law.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team. This role will support attorneys by managing various administrative and case-related tasks for KCDC (Kitsap County District Court) and municipal cases. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling a range of tasks, including case creation, discovery management, client communication, calendar management, mail, filing and various admin/clerical duties.
Our work environment includes:
Modern office setting
Modern office setting
Growth opportunities
Our practice areas focus on:
Criminal Defense
Family Law and Minor Guardianship
Juvenile Dependency
Responsibilities:
Opening new cases in MyCase case management system
Maintaining case files
Perform conflict checks
Schedule client/attorney meetings
Send introductory letters to clients
File Demands for Discovery
Download discovery documents and save them to the case file
Close cases as needed
Complete Pretrial Diversion Reports
Draft and Submit Investigator and Services Requests with Office of Public Defense.
Follow-up on Investigator Requests and set tasks accordingly
Maintain and monitor multi-attorney calendars
Assist with client communications
Perform other administrative duties as requested
Requirements:
Strong proofreading skills with attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in using document management systems
Experience with project management is a plus
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel experience
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Title: Legal Assistant- OR
Company: McCarthy & Holthus
Location: Portland, OR
