Law and Motion Associate - Of Counsel (Remote)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Law and Motion Associate - Of Counsel for a fully remote position available in Portland, OR. This role involves handling motion work related to litigation matters, including drafting demand letters and responding to agency charges. The position is non-Principal track and requires 1850 hours annually.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft briefs and motions, including dispositive and discovery motions.
• Draft trial motions and assist with preparing trial documents.
• Research and draft appellate briefs.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
• Prepare mediation briefs.
• Collaborate with the Professional Development team to deliver work products to clients.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by firm leadership.

Requirements

• Admission to the CA state bar and compliance with ethical requirements.
• Good standing with the bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in California employment litigation for Associate role.
• At least 9 years of relevant experience for Of Counsel role, with first chair capacity.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills and strong legal research and drafting abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Ability to manage large volumes of documents.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.