Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Portland)

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

Busy immigration law office seeks experienced immigration paralegal for removal defense and family-based cases. Must be fluent in either Spanish or Arabic. This office is headed by an attorney with over 25 years' experience, mainly in removal defense, representing undocumented persons in Immigration Court. The office is a small, intimate environment, focused on the work of assisting the undocumented, mainly from Mexico, Central America, and the Middle East. This workplace is ideal for those who are dedicated to the cause of helping, and fighting for, immigrants, especially those of limited means and resources. While the work may be demanding and challenging, no paralegal will be asked to work beyond normal business hours or weekends, and this office emphasizes proper work-life balance. Flexibility in work schedule is also available, including part-time hours. For the role of experienced immigration paralegal, candidates must possess: - minimum 3 years of immigration law office experience, specifically in handling removal defense and family-based cases, including completion of all necessary forms and packets, managing clients and completing cases successfully with minimal supervision. MUST KNOW HOW TO HANDLE EOIR AND ASYLUM CASES FROM START TO FINISH; - fluency in English and either Arabic or Spanish, with excellent written and spoken language skills and experience in translating for immigration cases. MUST KNOW PROPER SPELLING, GRAMMAR AND USAGE; and - positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and common sense/sound judgment MUST BE ABLE AND WILLING TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS FAITHFULLY. Please send your resume, attached to an email addressed to "Hiring Manager" stating: (1) the applications and petitions with which you are the most familiar and confident; (2) your motivation for seeking this position at this time; and (3) your career goal for the next five years. COMPENSATION DEPENDS ON SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND INTERVIEW. ***FOR THOSE WITHOUT THE REQUISITE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE, BUT WITH STRONG MOTIVATION AND DESIRE TO LEARN AND ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE, INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY IS AVAILABLE (NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)*** This internship is a special opportunity for the motivated individual who seeks to gain exposure, skills, experience, insight, and mentorship in the field of immigration law, especially as it relates to the defense of undocumented persons (majority of clients in this office are from Mexico, Central America, as well as the Middle East). Excellent performance may lead to a formal job offer. This internship is also appropriate for those who wish to apply for law school and gain valuable insight and experience in assisting clients of disadvantaged, oppressed and/or marginalized backgrounds. Such experience can aid and distinguish one's application by highlighting a desire and dedication to use one's legal education to fight for and help vulnerable communities, such as immigrants seeking safety and security in the United States. Internship does NOT pay a formal wage, but a nominal stipend is provided as a courtesy, in the amount of $15 to $30 per day, depending on the hours worked. Candidate must submit a resume and a message or cover letter addressed to "Hiring Manager," explaining motivation for seeking internship and career goal for the next five years.

A busy Plaintiff's personal injury law firm, seeks a legal assistant. Duties include heavy clerical work, drafting correspondence, following up on medical records, working on discovery, etc. Ability to work in fast paced environment and a strong work ethic are essential. Some law office experience is required and personal injury experience is strongly preferred. Salary $45,000-$65,000 depending on experience.

We are a fast-paced and growing Personal Injury Law Firm located in the heart of Queens, New York. We are seeking a Motivated Personal Injury Paralegal willing to grow with the firm. MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH SMART ADVOCATE Responsibilities •working with clients and business partners to assemble information and documentation; •communicating with potential clients about their cases and our firm •inputting and updating our CRM platform to reflect with personal and claim-related information for potential new clients •assisting with administrative tasks Must be diligent with case management and experienced with high-volume law practice environment. Looking for a candidate with a “Type A” personality and “can-do” attitude. Excellent communication and organization abilities is a must We are committed to growing with the right individual! Generous starting salary along with bonus and commission structure available. Monthly Bonuses Available We look forward to speaking with you. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance

Our client, a global law firm is looking for a temporary (4 months) remote Legal Recruiting Assistant starting December 1st. We are a local staffing service assisting our client with this temp need. While this is a remote need candidates should live in the SF Bay Area in the rare event that there is a need to be in office. Working hours are Mondays through Fridays, 9am to 5:30pm with flexibility to work occasional overtime. Pay is $32.00 per hour. Duties & Responsibilities o The Legal Recruiting Assistant provides administrative support to the Legal Recruiting department. o Assists with the organization and implementation of the Summer Associate Program, including but not limited to, tracking pre-arrival information, drafting arrival notices, scheduling orientation sessions and exit interviews, creating nametags, and assisting in the planning of social events and training programs. o Assists with all aspects of the on-campus interview process, including, but not limited to, registering for on-campus interview programs, resume collect programs and job fairs, maintaining on-campus interview and candidate files, and scheduling candidates for interviews. o Responsible for answering the Recruiting Department main phone line and directing calls as appropriate. o Responsible for monitoring the general Legal Recruiting Outlook email account on a daily basis and fielding emails as appropriate. o Assists the Legal Recruitment Manager with organization of lateral associate and judicial clerk candidate applications, including but not limited to, preparing summaries of candidates for hiring partner review and corresponding with select search firms. o Maintains legal recruiting database, viRecruit, and all candidate files. o Prepares all department correspondence to potential candidates and incoming legal personnel. o Coordinates payments for incoming and lateral associate hires (bar, clerkship, moving/travel expenses), as well as travel expenses for associate and summer associate candidates. o Performs other duties as assigned. o Uphold high standards of confidentiality, discretion, and integrity, particularly with respect to all sensitive and/or confidential firm and client information to which this position will have access. Requirements o Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; proofreads accurately, efficiently and dependably. o Must be available to work additional hours. o Exercises confidentiality and discretion. o Demonstrates use of good judgment and good interpersonal communication skills. o Balances competing priorities and works efficiently under the pressure of meeting multiple deadlines with frequent interruptions. o Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team. o A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job; accepts responsibility and takes initiative. o A college degree is strongly preferred. Qualified candidate please respond with resume and contact information. Pursuant to the local Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Janssen Malloy LLP is seeking a Legal Secretary who will play a pivotal role on our legal team. The Legal Secretary provides clerical support to our attorneys and paralegals. Your responsibilities encompass a wide range of critical tasks, including the preparation of court documents, working with clients, and maintaining well-organized records. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and SKILLS · 3 to 5 years’ experience working as a Legal Secretary in a law firm preferred · Minimum AA or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution · Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Microsoft Word but including Outlook and Excel · Ability to manage a large volume of data and input data accurately · Able to work in a paperless office setting, including ability to organize digital files · Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills · Strong sense of discretion and integrity · Positive attitude and capacity to collaborate with team members · Familiar with various court rules, e-filing procedures, and the ability to manage and accurately track deadlines · Strong written and verbal communication skills · Able to maintain a professional demeanor with both clients and colleagues · Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with meticulous attention to detail WORK SCHEDULE This position is fully onsite. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 35 hours a week (this is full-time for our firm). We are located one block from the Courthouse in Eureka. SALARY AND APPLICATION: We offer competitive compensation, ranging from $25.00 to $34.00 per hour, depending on experience. Full-time employees qualify for health benefits and 401k contribution matching. To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. ABOUT US: Janssen Malloy LLP has a rich tradition of providing high-quality, personalized legal advice and representation. Our firm's longevity and a continuous influx of new clients speak to the excellence of our services. Founded in 1976 by Clayton R. "Bob" Janssen, a nationally recognized trial lawyer, our firm is committed to the highest standards of professional integrity, excellence, and exceptional client service. Our attorneys, highly experienced paralegals, and staff work collaboratively on both transactional and litigation matters to provide excellent advice and representation to our clients. We value teamwork, making our attorneys readily available to assist one another and work closely with clients. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Janssen Malloy LLP is deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our commitment to diversity includes: ~ Creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are embraced ~ Providing opportunities for professional development and business growth for all employees ~ Encouraging individuals from diverse backgrounds to take on leadership roles ~ Supporting equal opportunities for career advancement and business development. We believe in effective teamwork, open employee participation, and treating all team members fairly. We actively engage with the communities we serve, promoting greater understanding and appreciation for diversity. Janssen Malloy LLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We celebrate and embrace our differences, both within our team and across the legal profession and our community. We thank you for your interest and wish you much success in your search. For more information on us, please visit www.janssenlaw.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience Expected hours: 35 per week (this is full-time for our firm) Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person