PORTLAND, OR
Paralegal | Commercial or Consumer Collections Law
This role starts immediately and provides full-time paralegal support to a fast-paced civil and collections-focused legal team. You’ll assist with drafting, research, case management, and litigation preparation while working closely with attorneys and clients
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SALARY: $30-34/hr. DOE
SCHEDULE: Full-time
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
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Gain hands-on experience: Exposure to a wide range of civil, collections, and creditor-rights matters
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Work on impactful cases: Hands-on drafting, research, and case strategy experience
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Collaborate in a fast-paced, professional environment that values initiative, and accuracy.
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Enhance your expertise with e-filing systems, case management platforms, and legal research tools while expanding your professional network.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, correspondence, judgment-related filings, and supporting exhibits
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Manage client intake materials, case files, and documentation required by courts and firm procedures
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Conduct legal and factual research, including public-record searches, database inquiries, and online investigations
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Support attorneys through case tracking, communication with clients and third parties, and preparation for hearings or other proceedings
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
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Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and common legal/practice management platforms. PerfectLaw, Best Case, OECI, and or other collections or practice management platforms is helpful.
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Strong research abilities using court databases, public records tools, and online resources
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2+ years of paralegal experience in litigation, collections, creditor rights, foreclosure, or related civil practice
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Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
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Highly organized, accurate, and capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This role is primarily office-based and involves sitting for extended periods while working at a computer, as well as occasionally standing, walking, and retrieving files or documents. It may also require light lifting of office materials and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a typical professional office environment.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background, identity, or status.
This position is offered through the Legal Northwest Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through nwstaffing.com, please click “Apply Here” and select the Legal Northwest Branch for immediate consideration. Or contact our office directly at 503.242.2514 to speak with a Recruiter.
Job ID# 140249
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