Litigation Associate Attorney | Complex Defense & Business Litigation

Are you an experienced litigation attorney looking to join a respected and collaborative regional law firm with a diverse and sophisticated litigation practice? Do you enjoy handling complex defense matters while working closely with clients and experienced litigators in a supportive environment? Are you seeking a long-term opportunity with strong mentorship, professional development, and work-life flexibility? If so, this opportunity may be an excellent fit. Scion Legal Staffing has been engaged to conduct a confidential search on behalf of a highly regarded regional, full-service litigation and business law firm seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for its Portland, Oregon office. This firm is known for its strong reputation, collaborative culture, and broad litigation practice serving businesses, insurers, and public and private entities across the Pacific Northwest. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who is comfortable managing matters independently while also collaborating closely with experienced partners and clients on a wide variety of complex litigation matters.

LEGAL OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW

The Litigation Associate Attorney will work on a diverse caseload involving sophisticated civil defense litigation matters, including: Business Litigation Construction Litigation Data Breach & Security Response Hospitality & Food-Borne Illness Litigation Motor Vehicle Accident Defense Product Liability Professional Liability Transportation & Trucking Litigation The ideal candidate will have strong litigation fundamentals, excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda Conduct legal research and case analysis Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic legal guidance Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters Maintain organized case management and litigation deadlines

QUALIFICATIONS

J.D. from an accredited law school Active membership in the Oregon State Bar required Washington State Bar admission is a plus 3+ years of civil litigation experience required Prior law firm litigation experience strongly preferred Experience with depositions, motions practice, and case management preferred Trial experience is a plus Strong legal drafting, research, and analytical skills Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills Experience with school law or public entity defense is a plus but not required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position offers a competitive salary range of approximately $110,000–$130,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible schedule with remote work access Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance Transportation subsidy Employee assistance program Employee referral bonus program FSA / HSA options Parental leave Profit sharing contributions 401(k) Deferred Savings Plan

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national, award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner #J-18808-Ljbffr Scion Legal Staffing