Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Associate Attorney will be part of a criminal defense law firm with a statewide practice, primarily located in Portland. The responsibilities include representing clients in misdemeanor and traffic violation matters and assisting the team with pretrial motion practice. The attorney will handle expungements, motions to reduce felonies to misdemeanors, DMV matters, and assist clients seeking relief from sex-offender regis
Job Title: Deputy Defender Job Responsibilities: Deputy Defenders at the organization are tasked with providing court-appointed legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in Oregon's circuit courts. Their responsibilities include representing clients from arraignment through the filing of post-trial motions, and occasionally pre-indictment representations. Case types handled by Deputy Defenders include probation violations, misdemean
Job Title: Deputy Defender Job Responsibilities: Deputy Defenders at the **Members Only** (OPDC) are responsible for providing high-quality legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in Oregon's circuit courts. The role involves representing clients from arraignment through post-trial motions, with occasional pre-indictment representations. Case types include probation violations, misdemeanors, contempt charges, lesser and major felonies, extra
Job Title: Legal Operations Associate Job Responsibilities: - Learn various aspects of law firm operations by performing duties of other firm jobs as assigned, primarily focusing on client intake (sales), and also supporting marketing, finance, and legal departments. - Take direction and learn from the Department Leader in the department currently assigned. - Regularly report learning progress to the CEO and Chief of Staff. - Contribute to a positive work culture that embrac
Job Title: Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Serve as a subordinate attorney responsible for assisting appointed counsel in cases authorized under the Criminal Justice Act (CJA). - Assist in federal criminal defense cases, primarily focusing on narcotics cases. - Conduct excellent legal research using tools such as Lexis or Westlaw. - Provide effective and informed representation in felony criminal cases. - Work independently while adhering to deadlines. - Support l
Job Title: Associate Attorney Criminal Defense / DUI Focus Job Responsibilities: - Manage a caseload of 25-40 clients facing DUI and related criminal charges. - Interpret law for clients and assist them in understanding their legal options. - Develop and execute case strategies tailored to client goals. - Represent clients at arraignments, hearings, and trials. - Handle administrative DMV hearings and license suspension challenges. - Negotiate with prosecutors and litigate c
Job Title: Deputy District Attorney I Job Responsibilities: The Deputy District Attorney I is responsible for reviewing, preparing, and trying criminal cases in Jefferson County. This role involves presenting juvenile delinquency cases in juvenile court and providing legal advice to law enforcement agencies and the juvenile department. The position requires performing related legal research and writing, as well as other functions as required. The primary caseload responsibil
Job Title: Associate Attorney – Full Time (Criminal Defense) Job Responsibilities: - Provide indigent criminal defense services. - Represent court-appointed clients and have the opportunity to take on private cases. - Build a law practice within the organization. - Offer excellent legal representation to clients facing criminal charges at all trial-level stages, from arraignment to post-sentencing. - Collaborate with team members and community partners. - Work closely with...
Job Title: Attorney I Job Responsibilities: The Attorney I position at the organization involves providing court-appointed criminal defense services in both Multnomah and Washington counties in Oregon. Attorneys assigned to a trial unit are responsible for reviewing charging instruments, police reports, and other discovery materials provided by the State. They meet with clients to understand their goals and any special needs for representation. Attorneys determine the necess
Job Title: Attorney I-IV Job Responsibilities: The Attorney I-IV position at the organization involves providing court-appointed criminal defense services in both Multnomah and Washington counties, Oregon. Attorneys in this role will: - Review charging instruments, police reports, and other discovery provided by the State. - Meet with clients to understand their goals for representation and any special needs. - Determine necessary further investigations and direct those inv
Job Title: Attorney I Job Responsibilities: The Attorney I position at the organization involves providing court-appointed criminal defense services in Multnomah and Washington counties in Oregon. Attorneys assigned to trial units are responsible for reviewing charging instruments, police reports, and other discovery materials provided by the State. They meet with clients to understand their goals and any special needs, determine necessary further investigations, and direct
Job Title: Associate Attorney – Criminal Defense / DUI Focus Job Responsibilities: - Manage a caseload of 25-40 clients facing DUI and related criminal charges - Interpret law for clients and help them understand their legal options - Develop and execute case strategies tailored to client goals - Represent clients at arraignments, hearings, and trials - Handle administrative DMV hearings and license suspension challenges - Negotiate with prosecutors and litigate cases when...
Job Title: Staff Attorney – Mental Health Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in involuntary hospitalization proceedings, criminal matters, and before the Psychiatric Security Review Board. - Visit and build relationships with clients in inpatient psychiatric units, emergency departments, jails, and other facilities. - Litigate at all stages of a case — from early case planning and motion practice through contested hearings and trial. - Prioritize autonomy, dignity...
Job Title: Criminal Defense Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Provide excellent legal representation to clients facing criminal charges at all trial-level stages of a case, from arraignment to post-sentencing. - Work closely with a team of investigators, social workers, and case managers to provide the best possible representation to clients. - Coordinate with an assistant for effective calendaring, client communication, and file organization. - Work closely with clients, pro
Job Title: Criminal Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Provide excellent legal representation to clients facing criminal charges at all trial-level stages of a case, from arraignment to post-sentencing. - Work closely with a team of investigators, social workers, and case managers to provide the best possible representation to clients. - Coordinate with an assistant for effective calendaring, client communication, and file organization. - Engage closely with clients, providing
Job Title: General Counsel Job Responsibilities: The General Counsel at a reputed firm serves as the primary legal advisor within the Governance and Administration Division. This role is responsible for developing, interpreting, and administering college policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The General Counsel provides legal counsel on a wide range of matters, including claims, contracts, archives, and copyright. Key responsibiliti
Job Title: Visiting Faculty - Open Pool Job Responsibilities: Visiting professors are expected to fulfill a range of responsibilities that align with the educational and professional objectives of the reputed firm's School of Law. These responsibilities include: - Delivering high-quality instruction in courses related to their area of expertise, with a particular interest in evidence. - Engaging in the development and delivery of curriculum that provides students with
Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with a focus on Criminal Defense and DUI cases in Portland, Oregon. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a significant caseload and assist clients facing DUI charges, helping them navigate the legal system and achieve positive a caseload of 25-40 clients facing DUI and related criminal law for clients and help them understand their le