Family Law Trial Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Eugene, OR, is seeking a Family Law Trial Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing a caseload from intake through litigation, trial, and settlement. They will work closely with clients, draft legal documents, conduct research, and collaborate with the legal team to develop effective case strategies. The candidate should demonstrate initiative, independence, and a strategic mindset with an eye toward career growth.

Job Details:

• Assist lead trial lawyers in managing a caseload from intake through litigation, trial, and settlement
• Draft legal documents, conduct legal research, and prepare for court appearances, trials, and depositions
• Work directly with clients to manage their expectations and deliver legal advice
• Collaborate with the legal team to develop effective case strategies
• Show initiative and work independently with an eye toward growth and future leadership opportunities

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in Oregon
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a legal role; courtroom experience strongly preferred, either as a lawyer trying cases or as a judicial clerk
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and a desire for career growth
• Strategic mindset with a history of creative thinking and problem-solving
• Evidence of discipline, such as mastery of a hobby, a sport, etc.
• Turning exposure to hardship into insights about the human condition that are transferable to brutal cross-examination skills and a strategic mindset
• A history of hard work, particularly in manual labor, is a plus

Job Location: Eugene, OR