Associate Attorney

The Advocates

Portland (OR)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Up to 100% health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter/Metro Card Program or parking spot

Job summary

A growing personal injury law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney in Portland, Oregon. This role involves managing personal injury cases and negotiating fair settlements for clients, requiring 3-5 years of civil law experience. The firm offers a hybrid work model after an initial training period and competitive compensation between $120,000 and $170,000 along with extensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

3 – 5 years of experience in civil law, ideally personal injury.
Experience developing rapport with clients is preferred.
Familiarity with managing client interactions alongside legal staff.

Responsibilities

Manage an inventory of personal injury cases from pre-litigation through negotiation.
Ensure clients receive fair compensation for their damages.
Prioritize communication and client management throughout the legal process.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Client rapport building

Creative problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Education

Admission to the Oregon Bar

Job description

The Advocates is a growing personal injury law firm with branches across the United States. We are dedicated to representing victims of accidents with care and respect. Our team genuinely cares about and has empathy for the people who seek our help, and we are driven to get them the best results possible.

The Portland office of the PNW branch is looking for a driven and mission-oriented Associate Attorney to be a part of our team. You would become a vital part of a close-knit group of attorneys, legal assistants, paralegals, and staff who all share a profound dedication to supporting our clients throughout their recovery journeys.

About the Role

The Associate Attorney will join a team of 18 personal injury attorneys to take on an inventory of cases and be responsible for working them through pre-litigation and negotiating with the insurance company to ensure that our client gets fairly compensated for their damages. Each of our attorneys is highly invested in and involved with their clients, making client management and communication a key priority.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an associate attorney, admitted to the Oregon Bar with three to five years of experience, ideally in civil law. You might be our ideal candidate if you:

Enjoy helping and interacting with people
Offer compassion to individuals who are injured and in crisis
Are driven to win and not afraid of confronting opposing counsel to get the best results for our clients
Enjoy finding creative solutions

Experience