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Boutique Recruiting lists this Senior Employment Litigation Associate opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Title: Senior Employment Litigation Associate
Salary Range: $215,000+ / Year, DOE
An established national labor and employment law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Litigation Associate to join its Portland office. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced litigator to take meaningful ownership of employment matters, including developing case strategy, drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, handling depositions, participating in mediations and preparing cases for trial.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned employment litigator who can independently drive matters forward, exercise sound legal judgment and confidently manage sophisticated cases while collaborating with partners and clients.
Responsibilities
Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk, exposure and potential resolution
Draft and respond to complaints, pleadings, motions and other substantive legal filings
Manage written discovery and complex case-related documentation
Take and defend depositions
Research, draft and argue substantive motions
Participate in mediations and other dispute resolution proceedings
Prepare employment litigation matters for trial
Manage cases and deadlines while maintaining strong communication with clients and internal legal teams
Collaborate with partners and attorneys across the firm on sophisticated employment disputes
Requirements
7+ years of litigation experience with a strong employment litigation background
Experience independently managing employment litigation matters and developing case strategy
Strong experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
Demonstrated deposition and motion practice experience
Experience preparing matters for mediation and trial
Experience handling class and collective actions strongly preferred
Excellent academic credentials with strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter who can work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team
Active admission to the Oregon State Bar
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance + prescription coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
401(k) eligibility and profit-sharing opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays and generous time-off benefits
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Employee assistance and wellness resources
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Worksite address
portland, OR, 97204, US
Who can apply
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