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Legal Operations Associate

Reynolds Defense Firm
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2026 CLOSED ON 2/19/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Operations Associate position at Reynolds Defense Firm?

Are you a multi-talented, recently Oregon barred attorney or motivated law school graduate/Provisional Licensed Attorney (SPPE candidate), who is compelled by criminal defense and who is excited to help us take great care of our clients - good people who face Oregon DUI charges? Are you intrigued by the idea of joining our firm to broaden your horizons and build skills learning the business performing non-attorney duties before transitioning into an SPPE attorney position?


Essential Duties & Responsibilities


  • Learn aspects of the law firm operations by performing the duties of other firm jobs as assigned; primarily in client intake (sales), but also supporting marketing, finance, and legal departments
  • Take direction and learn from the Department Leader in department currently assigned
  • Regularly report learning progress to CEO and Chief of Staff
  • Contribute to a positive work culture that embraces the firm’s values
  • Other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience


  • A Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited Law School required
  • Additional work experience preferred, particularly in law, sales or customer service
  • Basic understanding of client acquisition, marketing, finance, and operations tasks preferred
  • Spanish fluency strongly preferred

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Exceptional willingness and flexibility to learn a wide variety of skills
  • Strong ability to take coaching and adjust behavior based on feedback
  • Drive to support the organization as a team player
  • Outstanding judgment, character, and ethics
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communications skill
  • Strong client service skills

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 depending upon experience, plus bonus
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and life insurance
  • 3 weeks’ paid vacation (increases annually) plus 40 hours of sick time per year
  • 401(k) with 3% company contribution after one year of service
  • Employee Assistance Program

About Reynolds Defense Firm

Reynolds Defense Firm's unique approach provides clients with both top-quality legal representation, as well as unmatched tools to help them look inward to understand, on a personal level, why they were arrested.

Our passion is helping clients create success stories in the courtroom and in life!


We've been voted the Best DUI Firm in the Pacific Northwest, Best of Willamette Valley, and Best of Rose City (Portland, OR) several years running. We are also the largest DUI defense firm in the PNW. With a unique brand, stellar courthouse reputation, and an incredible group of employees, our firm is dynamic and genuine in pursuing our mission with excellence.


Reynolds Defense Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000

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