Job description

Riley & Washchuk is a Portland based small law firm specializing in all areas of juvenile law. The firm represents clients involved in the child welfare system, advocating for parents and children in dependency and termination of parental rights matters, and supporting juveniles facing delinquency and criminal charges. We are a dedicated team of attorneys and support staff committed to providing the highest level of legal representation and service to our clients. We are seeking an organized and experienced legal assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a committed and professional point of contact with clients, capable of handling sensitive communication and respectfully supporting clients in need. They will communicate with clients regarding case status, court appearances, and meetings. They will be able to visit clients in their home settings and attend meetings with clients as needed. They will provide administrative support to the attorneys, managing client intake and opening case files, maintaining and updating case files as needed, and scheduling for attorneys and attending to attorney calendars.

Qualifications preferably include:
- Prior experience in a professional services environment. Law office or social work experience helpful.
- A high degree of professionalism and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Effective communication skills and an ability to calmly support clients experiencing trauma and stress.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Dropbox, Clio, Acrobat and legal research tools.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR 97214: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97214

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