Mid-Sr Employment Litigation Associate (5+ yrs) - Portland

Employment Litigation Associate Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a mid-to-senior level Employment Litigation Associate to join its Employment Services practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 5+ years of employment litigation experience who is looking for substantial client contact, sophisticated litigation work, and long-term growth within a collaborative and trial-focused employment practice. The successful candidate will represent employers in a wide range of workplace disputes while serving as a trusted advisor on employment counseling and risk-management matters. Responsibilities Defend employers in state and federal employment litigation matters, including: Discrimination claims Harassment claims Retaliation claims Wage and hour disputes Leave and accommodation matters Wrongful termination claims Restrictive covenant and non-compete disputes Manage cases through all stages of litigation, including: Pleadings Discovery Depositions Motion practice Mediation Arbitration Trial preparation Draft and argue substantive motions, briefs, and other litigation filings Conduct legal research and develop strategic litigation recommendations Advise employer clients regarding employment law compliance and risk mitigation strategies Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups Participate in business development initiatives and client relationship management Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to team development Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction 5+ years of employment litigation experience Experience representing employers in state and federal employment disputes Strong experience with: Depositions Discovery management Dispositive motions Employment counseling Litigation strategy development Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills Strong organizational and project-management abilities Demonstrated commitment to client service Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously Preferred Qualifications Oregon Bar admission Willingness to obtain Oregon Bar admission promptly if not already licensed Experience handling sophisticated employment litigation matters for regional or national employers Trial preparation and courtroom experience Why This Opportunity Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to build a sophisticated employment law practice while working on high-profile employment disputes for leading employers. Attorneys benefit from: Significant responsibility and direct client contact Exposure to complex employment litigation matters Trial-focused experience alongside accomplished litigators Strong mentorship and collaborative team culture Opportunities for leadership, business development, and career advancement A supportive and entrepreneurial work environment Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $265,000 - $315,000 annually Compensation based on experience, training, qualifications, and market considerations Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus opportunities Benefits may include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) options Life and disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commuter and transit benefits Voluntary supplemental insurance programs Professional development and CLE opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr Permanent Placements LLC