Civil Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Litigation Associate
Location: Portland, OR (Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office Flexibility)
Experience: 1+ Years

Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking Civil Litigation Associates to support the continued growth of its Washington practice. This is an excellent opportunity for litigators looking to work on sophisticated matters while enjoying flexible work arrangements and a strong platform for long-term career development.

Practice Areas Include:

• Employment Litigation
• Commercial Litigation
• General Liability
• Construction Litigation
• Insurance Defense
• Professional Liability
• Product Liability
• Environmental & Toxic Tort
• Healthcare Litigation

What You'll Work On:

• Managing civil litigation matters through all phases of the litigation process
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and other litigation filings
• Conducting legal research and written discovery
• Taking and defending depositions
• Appearing at hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings
• Assisting with trial preparation and litigation strategy
• Working directly with clients and experienced litigators on complex matters

What We're Looking For:

• 1+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities
• Ability to manage assignments independently in a fast-paced environment
• Trial experience is a plus but not required
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active Washington Bar admission required
• Oregon Bar admission is a plus

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, part-time, and full-time options
• Opportunity to work across a variety of sophisticated litigation practice areas
• Strong mentorship and professional development programs
• Meaningful client interaction and courtroom experience
• Stable national platform with significant opportunities for long-term career growth
• Performance-based bonus opportunities and student loan repayment assistance

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation, discretionary and performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits package, and student loan repayment assistance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney seeking flexibility, sophisticated case work, and long-term growth within a highly regarded national litigation platform.