As a public defender your work will have immediate positive impact on people’s lives. You will provide representation and access to justice for clients in rural Eastern Oregon.
If you are an experienced attorney looking to focus on providing top-tier representation to indigent clients and mentorship to the next generation, we would love to hear from you. And if you are a newer attorney looking to gain real world experience in a supportive learning environment, Elkhorn could be the perfect move for your career.
A rural court system is an ideal training ground for a new and driven attorney. You will have training, support and opportunities to learn by doing in a variety of settings. You will be supported, but also trusted to drive strategic decisions and handle all aspects of a defense, including trials.
As a newer attorney, a position with Elkhorn will allow you to quickly earn your misdemeanor, lesser felony and major felony qualifications as certified by OPDC, advancing your career and providing more value to your clients. We offer access to regular on-site CLEs and trainings and we constantly push ourselves to improve our skills.
Our office is well-staffed, and you will have support in the form of highly competent Legal Assistants and Investigators, allowing you to focus more of your time on practicing law and serving your clients.
And just as important, we work in some of the most beautiful parts of the country. All of our offices are located in ideal areas for outdoor lovers, offering unparalleled access to hiking, camping, fishing, hunting and skiing. You will have a great quality of life in a close-knit community. We offer flexible remote working options and generous compensation and leave packages, and you will travel throughout our service areas. Whether you’re moving from a nearby city or across the country, a job with Elkhorn is a great chance for a change of venue.
Open Positions:
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: LaGrande, OR
Terms: Full-time
Salary/rate: $18-24 hourly
Legal Assistant Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced, reliable Legal Assistant to join our small, dynamic, primarily criminal defense firm in providing services on court appointed cases. In this position, you will work alongside attorneys and work on trial preparation. Job duties include performing relevant legal research, preparing legal documents and redlines, drafting correspondence, and organizing and maintaining the office’s client management system. This position will also be responsible for general administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, scheduling meetings, and ordering office supplies. Our ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a law firm and is proficient with Microsoft Office and case management software.
Legal Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
•Maintain confidential information in complete confidence.
•Perform relevant legal research for active cases.
•Prepare the first drafts of memos and other legal documents.
•Create detailed spreadsheets and presentations.
•Draft correspondence.
•Maintain client files, redact confidential information.
•Run conflict checks.
•Make log notes in clients’ electronic files.
•Upload documents into electronic files.
•Answer phones and take messages with a calm, professional demeanor.
•Schedule appointments and maintain a detailed calendar.
•Maintain and organize files, update files with case status and information.
•Monitor office supply inventory and order more when necessary.
•Other office duties as necessary.Legal Assistant Requirements and Qualifications
•1+ years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary
•Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology
•Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and case management software
•Strong communication and organizational skills
