Legal Assistant

At McCarthy Holthus, and our affiliate companies, we have years of expertise in representing financial institutions across a wide range of banking law matters, and we’re looking for passionate, driven candidates to join our dynamic team! With offices in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, we offer opportunities across multiple locations.

Our workplace is more than just a job – it’s a supportive, collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. You’ll be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and dedication, while enjoying a strong sense of community. We offer performance-based bonuses, competitive compensation, and a range of incentives that reward your success. Plus, with generous benefits, enhanced employer contributions, and paid time off, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance.

Summary: Our Portland, Oregon office is looking for a legal assistant to assist with drafting pleadings, discovery, electronic filing, trial preparation, file management, mail processing, and updating client systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare initial drafts of discovery documents and pleadings using templates
• Electronically file documents in state and federal courts
• Update client systems
• Assist attorneys with court hearing and trial preparation 
• May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals
• May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs

Experience and Skills: 

• Ability to learn our firm’s file management system and client systems
• 1-2 years prior law office experience preferred

Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows 
• General knowledge of office equipment

Work Schedule:

This is a 100% office position requiring your physical presence Monday through Friday, with business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pay Range:

The pay for this position typically ranges from $17.00-$20.00/hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Please note that the final offer may differ based on the candidate's specific qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and business needs.

Benefits:

McCarthy Holthus, and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available). Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Security Requirement:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to ensure the security and confidentiality of all sensitive information, including but not limited to threats or hazards to the security or integrity of sensitive information that could result in any harm or inconvenience to any customer, employee or company.

Work Environment:

A corporate office environment with a professional setting, characterized by a quiet to moderate noise level. Employees may work in individual or shared workspaces, with standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. Occasional meetings, collaborative discussions, and business activities may contribute to variations in noise levels.

Next Steps:

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of our thriving team! 

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Notices:

The above information on this job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the incumbent.

McCarthy Holthus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualified applicants with a criminal history will be considered pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable state or local laws. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if there are concerns about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Ordinance, visit the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement webpage.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful and compliant workforce, we participate in the E-Verify program. All candidates who accept a job offer will be required to complete the E-Verify process to verify their employment eligibility in the United States.

Applications will be accepted until August 17, 2026.