Legal Assistant
Pro Search Maine
Portland, ME · Posted October 21, 2026
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November 2026
- #2Best college towns for junior jobs in New England36% · of 19
- #2Best cities for junior jobs in New England34% · of 28
- #3Cities where the biggest share of jobs do not need a four-year degree in New England18% · of 15
- #5Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in New England26 jobs · of 14
- #6Best college towns for junior jobs in the Northeast36% · of 50
- #8Cities with the most jobs that need no experience in New England1.7% · of 27
Rankings about legal jobs
- Best cities for legal jobs #1 New York (854 openings)
- Best cities for legal pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($238k)
- Most requested AI skills in legal jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (3.9%)
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Pay compared with the market
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About the job
Job Listings Back to Job Listings Temp to Hire Portland, Maine Location: Portland, Maine Type: Temp to Hire Job #21022 Legal Assistant – Portland We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Legal Assistant on a temp to hire basis to join a busy law firm in Portland, Maine. This position provides administrative and legal support to attorneys working in municipal, land use, environmental, and corporate law. The ideal candidate is a strong multitasker with excellent communication skills who enjoys working in a professional, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, including preparing, proofreading, and formatting documents and correspondence. Open, organize, and maintain client files and legal records. Assist with research, document collection, and electronic filings. Track deadlines, manage calendars, and coordinate meetings. Assist with legal notices, mailings, and document distribution. Enter attorney time, process reimbursements, and provide general office support as needed. Qualifications 3+ years of administrative or legal support experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a law firm, municipal office, or similar professional setting preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality. Familiarity with municipal law is a plus but not required. Maine Notary Public certification or willingness to obtain it. This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrative professional or Legal Assistant looking to join a collaborative legal team in Portland! Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Pay dependent upon experience: $25-30/hr. Salary Disclaimer The salary range for this role reflects the minimum and maximum compensation for the role. Offers are typically made between the range minimum and the range midpoint. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process. Compensation may also vary based on where a role is performed. Equal Opportunity Statement ProSearch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. #LI-DNI Apply to: Legal Assistant ProSearch is Maine’s premier staffing and recruiting firm. Our job is to connect great people with great opportunities. Established in 1994, ProSearch helps Maine’s top employers build their teams by recruiting just the right people – from temp/temp-to-hire, to IT consulting, to direct hire- for just the right positions. ProSearch is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Let’s get to work! Browse Jobs