Employment Law Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Employment Law Associate in Portland, OR, to support its employment law practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment law and a strong interest in labor law, contributing to litigation and administrative proceedings.

Duties

• Support the firm's employment law practice.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Participate in litigation and administrative proceedings.

Requirements

• At least one year of employment law experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Strong research, analytical, and legal writing skills.
• Excellent academic credentials and professional references.
• Oregon or Washington State Bar license or eligibility for reciprocity.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in Oregon or Washington.

Skills

• Superior research and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Client service acumen and strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary merit bonus consideration.
• 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.