Litigation Associate

About the role

This boutique Portland firm is seeking a Litigation Associate eager to learn about construction and property litigation. You’ll have the opportunity to take on construction defect and property damage cases with direct mentorship from the firm’s managing partner.

Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research
• Drafting discovery requests and responses
• Liaising with witnesses and experts
• Collaborating on case strategy
• Prepping for trials
• Attending depositions, hearings, and court appearances

Requirements

• 0-5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in construction or real estate
• Oregon State Bar membership
• Washington State Bar membership is a plus
• JD degree

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, problem-solving, and client service skills
• Strong collaboration and negotiation capabilities

Skills

• Legal research
• Discovery drafting
• Witness and expert liaison
• Case strategy development
• Trial preparation
• Deposition, hearing, and court appearance attendance

Benefits

• Monthly stipend for medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• High bonus potential

Pay

$75K-$100K DOE with high bonus potential

Schedule

This is a hybrid position.

Our Organization

This small Portland firm represents homeowners, small businesses, and contractors in Oregon and Washington. They value professional development and a collaborative approach to case strategy, and they’re committed to top notch client service.

Application

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