Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Portland)

We are a midsize personal injury law firm looking to hire an organized and hard-working office assistant. Previous law firm experienced preferred. Spanish/other language is a plus. Job duties will include a large amount of drafting letters, summarizing medical records, and assisting the attorneys with the files. The ideal candidate will be someone who likes to write, is eager to learn new skills, very organized, works well with others, and is able to multi task. Starting pay is $25.00 per hour with raises based on performance. Part or Full time okay. If interested, please email resume. Thank you.

*** Applications through email only *** Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Job description: About Us Community Law Firm, PLLC is a growing criminal defense law firm that believes legal support should be accessible, clear, and compassionate. We help real people with real problems—and we’re looking for a Bilingual Legal Assistant to join our team. If you’re fluent in Spanish and English, highly organized, and looking to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Job Summary As our Legal Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting attorneys and clients. You’ll help manage case files, prepare legal documents, coordinate schedules, and serve as a point of contact for clients—many of whom are facing serious and stressful situations. Key Responsibilities Answer and route incoming calls in a friendly, professional manner Manage attorney calendars and court deadlines Assist in preparing for client meetings, hearings, and trials Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files Provide regular updates to clients regarding their cases Conduct basic legal research and assist with discovery Support attorneys with general administrative tasks Handle front desk/reception duties when needed Qualifications Required: Fluency in Spanish and English (both written and spoken) High school diploma or equivalent Strong communication and writing skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and meet deadlines Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new software Professionalism, sound judgment, and a team-first attitude Preferred: Prior experience in a legal setting, especially criminal defense Experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds What We Offer A supportive and respectful work environment Opportunities for growth and learning Meaningful, client-focused work A chance to be part of a mission-driven team How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and why you’d be a great fit. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

Add Your Voice - Work For Us We use our voice, and empower you to use yours, to create positive, lasting change in people’s lives. We use our voice because we believe every person should belong and be empowered to thrive. Who We Are Our agency began in 1999 by pioneering a model that is nationally recognized. We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing permanent home - with a caring and supportive family that makes it possible to grow and thrive. A pioneer in new approaches to achieving permanency for children in foster care, we employ specialized knowledge and a continuum of services to help agencies expedite adoptions and keep families together. Voce's vision is a society where every person belongs and is empowered to thrive. We celebrate the qualities that define and distinguish us. As a change agent, we embrace our role in advocating for and promoting understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In doing so, we strive to achieve lasting change in our organization and the communities we serve. We will hold our agency inclusion, innovation, and trust. To learn more, please visit https://vocetogether.org/expertise/adoption-permanency.html Additionally, with our partner Diakon, we co-administer the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) program for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org Conference Coordinator The Conference Coordinator provides day-to-day coordination of the organizations conferencing needs. The coordinator oversees registration development for the annual conference, the Statewide meetings, Quarterly meetings and ad hoc training programs. Schedule: Full Time, Exempt position works a minimum of 8 hours between 8 AM – 5 PM. This includes a 30-minute paid lunch. What You Will Contribute Develop registration forms, agendas, Continuing Education (CE) tables and online registrations for Statewide meetings. Collaborate with event trainers for logistics concerning handouts, a/v requirements, and more. Conduct reports in event management system for Statewide deliverables and Voce Meetings, and other meetings/conference as assigned. Participate on annual conference planning and quarterly/statewide committees and attend planning meetings. Communicate with outside vendors to create brochures, programs, hand-outs and awards for Pennsylvania Permanency Conference. Other duties as assigned. What It Takes To Succeed Bachelor's degree in business administration, event planning management, or related field and three years' experience is preferred. Knowledge, skills and abilities in meeting planning and meeting marketing, including the preparation of promotional materials. Familiarity with computers and has technical skills related to audio visual needs. Ability to discern vendors, trainers and staff needs to create customized events. Demonstrate high level of customer service. Quickly learn an event management system is preferred. This position requires travel to and from the Voce home office and throughout the state as needed. A valid driver's license. Why Voce - We Invest In You We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes: Health insurance with medical spending accounts (employer contribution to the HSA if electing HDHP) Dental, vision, long term disability and accident insurance Three employer-paid benefits: short term disability insurance, life insurance and Employee Assistance Program Employer contribution equivalent to 6% of your salary to your 401(k) 13 paid holidays (including three floating holidays) 18 days of PTO in first year of employment Qualified employer participating in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Please submit your cover letter and resume to be considered. EOE Please Apply Here: https://vocetogether.exacthire.com/job/184828

I am seeking a licensed New Jersey attorney to appear in court hearings on my behalf in an ongoing civil case. I am an attorney (not licensed in New Jersey) and will prepare all court documents. I just need someone to cover the hearings. * **Case Type:** Civil rights, defamation, conspiracy, municipal liability. * **Status:** Complaint filed; Defendant has answered. Discovery and motions practice are pending. * **Role:** Cover hearings and handle oral arguments for in-person or remote hearing coverage in Camden Superior court. * **Requirements:** * Licensed to practice law in New Jersey. * Courtroom and motion hearing experience. * Strong communication skills and ability to advocate effectively. **Compensation:** Hourly or per-hearing basis, negotiable depending on experience. **How to Apply:** Please send your resume, hourly rate, and availability.

Small Phila. law firm seeks PA-licensed lawyer with experience writing motions, briefs, doing legal research -- five years please. $25-35/hr, depending on experience and availability. Please specify if you prefer remote, in-office, hybrid.

Our Sherman Oaks Law Office is seeking a full-time paralegal or experienced legal assistant to assist 2 busy attorneys (Family Law and Corporate Law). This is not a remote position. Hours are 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday. Candidate must have prior office experience, strong communication, legal calendaring experience, typing skills, working knowledge of Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and be very detail oriented. Familiarity with court forms, e-filing, pleadings and discovery would be a huge plus. Must be fluent in English with excellent writing, grammar and spelling skills, and have the ability to operate a computer, copier, fax machine, and scanner.