Paralegal (Civil Recovery Section) - Salem

Position Overview

The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join the Civil Enforcement Division, Civil Recovery Section in Salem. This hybrid in-office/remote position provides in‐person training at our Salem legal office, followed by a schedule requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office and up to 2 days remote work. You will provide crucial investigative and litigation support while working closely with the Assistant Attorneys General on a variety of cases involving contract disputes, overpayment recoveries, wage claims, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a heavy and varied investigation and litigation caseload, including tracking deadlines and organizing case files.
• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, judgments, and other court filings, while preparing trial notebooks and electronically filing documents in state and federal courts.
• Assist with factual investigations by arranging subpoenas, civil investigative demands, and managing document collections from state agencies and third parties.
• Review, organize, and analyze document productions using e-discovery platforms (such as Relativity, EDT, or Everlaw) and prepare responses for admissions and interrogatories.
• Conduct legal research, prepare for depositions, and assist with summarizing depositions and other case-related information.

Required Qualifications

• Two-year Associate degree in Paralegal or Legal Assistant Studies; OR 18 months of paralegal experience; OR equivalent training and experience.
• Proven experience in discovery and trial methods, legal ethics, and preparation of legal documents.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with interviewing witnesses, summarizing depositions, and managing multiple case-related tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working professional experience as a paralegal in civil litigation matters.
• Experience using e-discovery or digital litigation software (e.g., Relativity, EDT, Everlaw).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic case management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $5,066 - $7,774 per pay period.
• Permanent, full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and special days off.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Peer and management support with representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.