Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney with at least five years of progressively responsible experience in civil litigation. This role offers the opportunity to work within a diverse litigation practice, with the potential to handle a variety of cases. The ideal candidate will have trial experience and a demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish. This position also provides the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule and the chance to work closely with senior attorneys in a collegial and client-focused environment.

Location:

• Portland, OR

Duties:

• Assume primary responsibility for certain civil litigation matters.
• Support senior attorneys in managing complex cases.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pre-trial motions, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court and during settlement negotiations.
• Provide legal advice and strategy to clients.
• Maintain case files, including ensuring deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with other team members to deliver high-quality legal work.
• Focus on client service and develop innovative solutions to legal issues.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in civil litigation, with trial experience considered a plus.
• Ability to handle cases independently and collaborate with senior attorneys on more complex matters.
• Active membership in the Oregon State Bar.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, research, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and innovative thinking in litigation.
• Focus on providing high-level client service.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Must be a member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently.
• Experience with trial preparation and courtroom representation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching and discretionary profit-sharing.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including up to 100% of employee premiums paid by the firm.
• Paid time off: 10 holidays, 10 sick days, and 15 vacation days (vacation days increase with tenure).
• Paid parental leave (10 weeks, supplementing Paid Leave Oregon for 100% of base pay).
• Paid medical leave (6 weeks, supplementing Paid Leave Oregon for 100% of base pay).
• Paid jury/witness leave.
• Firm-paid long-term disability, basic life/AD&D insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, health savings accounts.
• Commuter benefits for parking or mass transit expenses (fully paid by the firm).
• Professional development assistance.
• Flexible work schedule.

The legal practice has three offices in the state of Oregon and was established in the mid-twentieth century. Some of its main areas of practice are business law, government law, and litigation. Some of the firm's specific areas of expertise are administrative law-proceedings, business-corporate law, ethics in government, and products liability defense litigation. A fairly large team of knowledgeable attorneys comprise this AV-rated law practice, and the attorneys here have over the years received high rankings from leading legal publications.