Family Law Paralegal
Company: Mckean Smith Llc
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
SUMMARY: Supports attorneys in their family law practice by
assisting with gathering, analyzing, and organizing information;
drafting legal pleadings, discovery summaries and responses,
motions, and other documents. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Works
collaboratively with assigned attorneys and support staff in
preparing legal documentation and/or processing transactions. •
Interviews clients; locates and interviews expert witnesses. •
Drafts legal documents including but not limited to discovery
motions, summary judgement motions, appellate briefs, affidavits,
memoranda, and letters. • Investigates factual information to
respond to litigation discovery requests or other information
inquiries. • Performs legal research and analysis, both manually
and on computers; compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data. •
Manages cases and files; organizes and maintains files. • Performs
factual and technical investigation and analysis of case issues. •
Assists in all phases of case preparation including discovery and
trial. • Prepares for and attends trials. • Prepares jury
instructions and trial binders; coordinates trial exhibits. •
Monitors legal fees, budgets, and project status. • Provides
general logistical help and supports the maintenance of legal
files. • Assists in development and implementation of office
systems and procedures as needed. • Assists with special projects
as assigned. • Performs other related duties as assigned by
management. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two to three years Oregon family law
related experience or equivalent. • Certification from an
ABA-approved paralegal training program or equivalent required;
Bachelors’ degree (B.A.) in related field or equivalent preferred.
• Strong research skills. • Excellent verbal and written
communication skills. • Excellent grammatical and spelling skills.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office, Centerbase, Lexis, Foxit
(preferred) • Commitment to excellence and high standards. • Strong
organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to
manage priorities and workflow. • Strong interpersonal skills. •
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions •
Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all
organizational levels. • Good judgement with the ability to make
timely and sound decisions • Creative, flexible, and innovative
team player • Ability to work independently and as a member of
various teams and committees. • Versatility, flexibility, and a
willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with
enthusiasm. • Acute attention to detail. • Demonstrated ability to
plan and organize projects. • Ability to perform diversified
clerical functions and basic accounting procedures. • Must be able
to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used
in the workplace. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: •
Frequently required to stand • Frequently required to walk •
Frequently required to sit • Continually required to utilize hand
and finger dexterity • Continually required to talk or hear •
Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
technical information, and/or use a keyboard • Occasionally
required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds • Specialized
equipment, machines, or vehicles used telephone, fax, voice mail,
computer, copier, scanner and related office equipment
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