Litigation Legal Assistant – Child Advocacy and Protection Division

Oregon Department of Human Services

Litigation Legal Assistant supporting Oregon Department of Justice's Child Advocacy and Protection Division. Preparing legal documents and conducting research in a fast-paced legal environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $3,952 - $5,458 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and managing case information while maintaining confidentiality. Proficient in calendar management and eFiling systems, with a strong understanding of legal terminology and proceedings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Document PreparationCalendar ManagementEFiling System ProficiencyNotary Public CommissionLegal Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Legal Document PreparationWord Processing Software ProficiencyEFiling System UsageLegal ResearchCase Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem SolvingConfidentiality MaintenancePrioritization SkillsAbility to Handle Sensitive Material

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Case Management SystemEFiling System

Certifications & Qualifications

Notary Public Commission in Oregon

Industry Keywords

Legal TerminologyCourt HearingsLegal ProceedingsClerical ExperienceLegal Assistant Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare legal documents such as petitions, summons, subpoenas, and orders for Assistant Attorney General review.
Conduct research and connect with partner agencies to gather essential information for service of legal documents.
Effect service of legal documents to parties, community partners, witnesses, and business entities.
Maintain calendars of required court hearings, appearances, and document due dates.
Monitor and update case information as well as court and agency deadlines using an electronic case management system.
File legal documents using the court’s eFiling system.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years of clerical/secretarial experience, including at least one year as a legal assistant or secretary for an attorney or judge
Proficiency in word processing software
Currently commissioned as a Notary Public in the State of Oregon or able to become commissioned in Oregon within 6 months of appointment
Ability to organize and prioritize work duties
Ability to identify errors and problem solve
Experience managing calendars for attorneys or court officials
Experience addressing competing priorities while managing a large caseload
Knowledgeable in legal terminology and proceedings
Ability to work with graphic and potentially upsetting material
Experience maintaining confidentiality with sensitive case information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation
Sick leave
11 paid holidays a year
Special days off
Excellent medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Pension and retirement programs
Endless peer and management support
Representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Opportunity to expand your professional skills