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Bernstein Shur

Legal Assistant

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  • Full Time
  • Portland Office
September 28, 2026 Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Description

The Immigration Practice Group Assistant provides detailed administrative support to the Immigration Practice Group leaders, attorneys, program manager, and legal analysts in a fast-paced environment. Provides flexibility in extending support and assistance through multi-tasking for multiple people and/or initiatives and proactively contributes to the group/Firm’s success by actively seeking to improve working processes, anticipate needs, and acting accordingly. This role is central to ensuring a smooth operation of the practice group and supports the team members in their day-to-day workload which requires significant flexibility and adaptability.

Requirements

•  AA/AS required, BA/BS strongly preferred
•  Highly organized, meticulous, and self-directed, with a continuous improvement
mindset and keen diligence.
•  Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively review and edit written text
•  Enthusiastic collaborator with a cheerful outlook and a willingness to learn.
•  Ability to multi-task and remain calm, focused, and flexible in a demanding, high paced environment.
•  Exceptional organizational and time management skills with a strong ability to
prioritize tasks independently.
•  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
familiarity with Zoom and Microsoft Teams a plus.
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•  Strong people skills with a collaborative mindset.
•  High degree of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
•  Professional presence, poise, and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.
•  Regular and reliable attendance in the office five days per week to ensure effective support and collaboration



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