Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Location: Portland, Oregon

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days in-office/1 remote after training)

Pay Rate: $35-$45/hr.

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a Portland law firm to find an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in corporate law, be detail-oriented, responsive, and proactive. This role supports a team of attorneys focused on corporate and transactional matters, as well as general litigation. You’ll play a key role in keeping practices running smoothly, managing complex administrative tasks, and ensuring high-quality client service from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, revise, and proofread corporate documents, agreements, correspondence, and presentations
• Support litigation and transactional matters, including court filings, document preparation, and due diligence coordination
• Manage client communications and coordinate requests with a high level of professionalism
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files in accordance with firm protocols
• Assist with new matter intake, including conflict checks, engagement letters, and document setup
• Track deadlines, manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel logistics
• Handle time entry, billing edits, and invoice preparation—ensuring accuracy with client-specific requirements
• Submit expense reports, process vendor invoices, and monitor client billing and collections
• Support attorney compliance (CLEs, licensing) and assist with research, project coordination, and business development tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience in corporate law
• Excellent communication, proofreading, and organizational skills
• High level of discretion with confidential information
• Proactive, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with iManage, document comparison tools, billing platforms, and Adobe Acrobat preferred
• Typing speed of 65+ wpm
• Willingness to assist with overflow and occasional overtime as needed

Benefits:

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and long term disability. Life and AD&D insurance, HSA, and 401K plan. The medical insurance provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

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