Employment Attorney with 4+ Years of Experience

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Attorney to join its team in Portland, OR. The successful candidate will support the firm's employment law practice, bringing expertise in federal and state employment laws and regulations.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft employment law-related documents.
• Participate in litigation, including motion drafting, discovery, and oral arguments.
• Manage BOLI and EEOC charges and investigations.
• Review employee handbooks and policies.
• Train and mentor junior associates.

Requirements

• 4+ years of employment law experience.
• Strong research, analytical, and legal writing skills.
• Litigation experience, preferably as a second chair.
• Admission to the Oregon or Washington State Bar; dual admission preferred.
• Interest in labor law is advantageous.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Oregon or Washington, with eligibility for reciprocity.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and client service orientation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary merit bonuses.
• Flexible work arrangements with in-office requirements on select days.

Representing a wide range of businesses, with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and California, this is one of the largest firms, specializing in bankruptcy, business and corporate, employment, environment, intellectual property, Native American law, real estate, privacy and data security, tax and estate planning, dispute resolution, and litigation. The firm has an environment where everybody is enthusiastic and team-oriented. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the firm recruits, retains, and promotes diverse talents in the firm and the communities. Believing in giving back, the attorneys provide substantial legal assistance to help more than 100 pro bono clients per year and support a low-income housing legal clinic in Seattle. The firm offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k) or profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.