Stoel Rives LLP · 8 hours ago
Case Assistant
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$47K/yr - $79K/yr
2+ years expStoel Rives LLP has an immediate opening for a Case Assistant in their Portland office. The Case Assistant will provide support on various billable projects for all practice groups, including document assembly, computer-based projects, and paralegal work overflow.
Legal
Responsibilities
Document Assembly/Organization
Representative tasks include photocopying, organizing, binding, number-stamping, and boxing documents for delivery; locating specific documents, prepare index, and review documents for closings, storage, and destruction; maintain index of location of documents. Case Assistants organize information and aid paralegals and attorneys by producing accurate, timely, complete, and thorough work product
Computer-Based Projects
Representative tasks include creating, designing, and maintaining spreadsheets to track various types of information; creating and updating indices; and creating exhibits using graphics, including, but not limited to, timelines, floor plans, and flow charts
Messenger/Delivery Assignments
Representative tasks include delivering and obtaining documents within and outside of the office, filing documents in various courts, obtaining signatures and notarizing documents within and outside of the office, and locating persons for process service
Paralegal Work Overflow
Representative tasks include document review within office, at client office, or at opposing counsel’s office; summarizing depositions; assisting with management of document-intensive cases; interacting with government agencies to obtain information; conducting legal and non-legal research and summarizing findings by memorandum or report; attending both in-town and out-of-town trials; and assisting with closings and other large transaction matters as assigned
Automated Litigation Support (if applicable)
Representative tasks include data entry, document analysis, quality control of case databases, and printing out data in an organized format
Timekeeping/Time Sheets
Responsible for entering time daily, adhering to timekeeping rules, and turning in a time sheet to Project Services Supervisor twice per month
Teamwork
Prioritize work, handle sensitive information, and maintain requisite interaction with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and other staff
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
At least 2 years' experience in a law firm environment required
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment
Ability to learn quickly
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a changing environment
Focus on service and follow-up on all assignments with in-house clients
Attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality work product
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to change and learn new programs and procedures
High tolerance for stress, rush, and/or last-minute deadlines
Initiative to problem-solve and be resourceful in seeking out solutions and information
Ability to share responsibility and work as part of a team on a variety of tasks, both complex and routine
Ability to work without direct supervision in a fast-paced setting with rapid changes in daily work schedules
Must be able to type a minimum of 40 wpm with minimal errors
Must be proficient with Microsoft software
Must be capable of learning on-line research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis
Must be familiar with operation of office equipment, including personal computer, printer, photocopier, and telephone
Must be capable of standing for long periods of time to photocopy documents
Must be capable of sitting for extended periods of time to enter data at computer terminal, coding 25 documents per hour
Must possess the ability to bend and reach for, lift, place, and carry boxes containing files, reams of paper, computer equipment, or supplies daily
Must be capable of reading information in printed, handwritten, or computer form many times daily
Must be capable of interpreting and understanding instructions and legal correspondence, memoranda, forms, documents, and reference materials
May be required to possess valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and drive personal or firm vehicle to accomplish work assignments
Must be capable of delivering and obtaining documents from downtown offices and court buildings
May be required to travel out of town and/or out of state to accomplish work assignments
Preferred
College degree preferred
Experience with Excel and PowerPoint is beneficial
Benefits
Paid family & medical leave
Competitive PTO
Remote work options
Competitive and robust medical, dental, vision, life long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options
Generous firm-contributed health savings account
Pre-tax transportation/parking plan including an employer monthly subsidy of $100 for individuals who work 3+ days/week in the office
Annual contribution into the employee's retirement plan
Company
Stoel Rives LLP
Stoel Rives is a leading U.S. corporate and litigation law firm providing sophisticated business clients high quality legal services.
501-1000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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