Associate Attorney

Arnold Law; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,576 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (vacation and sick leave)

Parking

Job summary

A legal firm in Oregon is seeking a Family Law Attorney to handle a rotating case load with at least 25 active cases. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of trial experience and competency in Oregon courtroom procedures. Responsibilities include drafting legal pleadings, collaborating with support staff, and ensuring client communication. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,576.60 to $230,000.00, alongside benefits like health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of trial experience required.
• Competent with Oregon Rules of Evidence and courtroom procedures.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents accurately.

Responsibilities

• Handle full-time rotating family law case load.
• Collaborate with support staff and manage deadlines.
• Maintain professional relationships with court and staff.

Skills

Issue spotting

Problem solving

Client communication

Persuasive advocacy

Job description

- Handle full-time rotating family law case load (from initial client consultation to entry of Judgment) with expectation of carrying a minimum of 25 active cases and meeting minimum billable hour requirements

-Competent with Oregon Rules of Evidence, Courtroom Procedures, and General Litigation Practice (hearings, arbitrations, trials, administrative support proceedings, juvenile court matters)

-Proficient in issue-spotting and problem solving strategies with clients

-Draft legal pleadings and memoranda with accuracy

-Work in tandem with support staff to complete discovery and meet deadlines

-Must be able to frequently communicate with clients and meet client expectations on case progress and updates

-Retain and manage case experts as needed

-Engage in persuasive advocacy in private and court settlement conferences

-Maintain professional relationships with court and court staff at all times

-Collaborate on and/or co-counsel complex cases with Senior Attorney

Pay: $65,576.60 - $230,000.00 per year (DOE)

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (vacation and sick leave)
• Parking

Experience: minimum 5 years trial experience (required)