Litigation Legal Assistant – Child Advocacy and Protection Division

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Prepare legal documents such as petitions, summonses, subpoenas, and orders for Assistant Attorney General review .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $3,952 - $5,458 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal document preparation, case management, and litigation support within a legal environment. Proficient in managing calendars, maintaining confidentiality, and utilizing electronic filing systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Document PreparationCase ManagementLitigation SupportCalendar ManagementNotary Public Commission

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Hard Skills

Legal TerminologyEFiling SystemWord Processing SoftwareClerical ExperienceLegal Support DutiesResearch SkillsDocument FilingService of Legal DocumentsConfidentiality MaintenanceProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPrioritizationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Case Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseNotary Public in Oregon

Industry Keywords

Litigation EnvironmentOregon Department of Human ServicesChild Welfare

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare legal documents such as petitions, summonses, subpoenas, and orders for Assistant Attorney General review
Conduct research and connect with partner agencies to gather 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 and court and agency deadlines using an electronic case management system
File legal documents using the court’s eFiling system
Support Division Assistant Attorneys General providing litigation support and legal services for Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare

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, or performance of legal support duties
Experience must include proficiency in word processing software
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license
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
Experience working in a litigation environment
Knowledge of legal terminology and proceedings
Ability to work with graphic and potentially upsetting material
Experience maintaining confidentiality with sensitive case information
Resume and cover letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Permanent, full-time employment
Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and special days off
Excellent medical, dental, and 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
Exposure to a variety of operational areas within the Child Advocacy and Protection Division, with future advancement opportunity