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.

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

Litigation Legal Assistant – Child Advocacy and Protection Division

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