Littler Mendelson

Legal Secretary


PayCompetitive
LocationPortland/Oregon
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: LEGAL003262

      At Littler, we understand that workplace issues can’t wait. With access to more than 1,600 employment attorneys in 100 offices around the world, our clients don’t have to. We aim to go beyond best practices, creating solutions that help clients navigate a complex business world. What’s distinct about our approach? With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, we are fully focused on your business. With a diverse team of the brightest minds, we foster a culture that celebrates original thinking. And with powerful proprietary technology, we disrupt the status quo—delivering groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers not just for what’s happening today, but for what’s likely to happen tomorrow. For over 75 years, our firm has harnessed these strengths to offer fresh perspectives on each matter we advise, litigate, mediate, and negotiate. Because at Littler, we’re fueled by ingenuity and inspired by you.

      ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

      • Prepares court documents for service to opposing parties and filing documents in the office of the clerk of the court.
      • Prepares legal documents and/or general correspondence.
      • Drafts\writes routine business correspondence as requested.
      • Maintains attorney contact list through Outlook as well as calendar scheduling for court dates, meetings and travel arrangements.
      • Actively maintains court docket and alert attorneys of deadlines.
      • Answer attorneys’ telephone in a professional manner and takes appropriate messages when necessary.
      • Proactively seeks guidance from other resources, i.e. attorneys or management when questions arise from clients or outside vendors.
      • Maintains a professional, calm and pleasant demeanor when speaking with clients.
      • Practices sound judgment and confidentiality.

      Qualifications

      Experience

      Required 5 years

      Legal experience or knowledge of litigation filings. Bachelor's degree a plus.

      Behaviors

      Preferred

      Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

      Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

      Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

      Motivations

      Preferred

      Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

      Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

      Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

  • About the company

      Littler Mendelson PC is a US-based law firm that handles labor and employment litigation as well as global mobility and immigration issues.

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