Senior Legal Assistant

About the Role

The position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including providing administrative support to attorneys, drafting and filing legal documents, and managing calendars. It also involves leading legal research, compiling data for projects, ensuring compliance with court and agency rules, and maintaining organized case files and information‑retrieval systems. Additional duties cover travel coordination, presentation planning, and driving continuous process improvements within the department. • Provide administrative support to assigned attorneys, including calendar management and document drafting. • Lead legal research using PGE's online tools and external resources; train other assistants as needed. • Oversee legal projects: compile data, draft pleadings, and ensure compliance with court and agency rules. • Maintain organized case files, client lists, and create information‑retrieval systems. • Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and prepare presentations for attorneys and outside counsel. • Drive process improvements, participate in departmental goal setting, and serve on committees.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸legal research
• ▸document drafting
• ▸calendar management
• ▸data compilation
• ▸case management
• ▸process improvement

What You Bring

Candidates must hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent and have five or more years of administrative experience, with a minimum of three years directly supporting attorneys or regulatory personnel. The role demands advanced knowledge of legal processes, court procedures, and governmental rulings, as well as superior written and oral communication skills. Key competencies include advanced research capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle highly confidential information. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and diplomatic skills are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Total Office applications. Organizational and prioritization abilities are essential to manage diverse and conflicting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. The position follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in the office and the flexibility to work long or variable hours, including during severe inclement weather. Physical and cognitive demands include extensive computer use, adherence to strict response times, and effective collaboration within teams. • Minimum requirement: high school diploma or equivalent; 5+ years administrative experience, 3+ years supporting attorneys or regulators. • Advanced knowledge of legal processes, court procedures, and governmental rulings. • Strong confidentiality handling and advanced written/oral communication skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Total Office. • Hybrid work model: three days in‑office; ability to work long/variable hours and during inclement weather.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸5+ years
• ▸legal knowledge
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸total office
• ▸confidentiality

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $31.08 to $57.45 per hour, complemented by a performance‑based incentive bonus and a comprehensive total rewards package that supports employee well‑being and professional development. Benefits aim to recognize contributions while fostering growth and future opportunities. • Compensation: $31.08–$57.45 hourly plus performance‑based incentive bonus; comprehensive total rewards package.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time