Junior Associate Attorney needed for Portland office

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney to provide legal research and support in complex business litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate, excellent academic credentials, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. The Junior Associate Attorney will be responsible for drafting legal documents, attending hearings, and assisting with case management under the supervision of senior attorneys.

Duties:

• Provide legal research and analysis in pleadings, memoranda, and other written documents.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other case-related documents.
• Attend hearings and court proceedings as required.
• Manage legal matters from commencement to final resolution.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and supervising attorneys.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate with excellent academic credentials.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in California.
• Must also be licensed to practice in Oregon.
• 1+ years of complex business litigation experience.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedural rules and practices.
• Ability to prepare basic litigation documents.
• Case management experience.
• Clear and effective drafting skills.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed.
• Effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organization and matter management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Location: Portland, Oregon

Benefits: The firm offers a competitive salary, various types of bonuses, unlimited paid time off (PTO), a 401k retirement plan, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Legal