Civil Litigation Defense Attorney - Tech-Forward & Team-Driven

Chock Barhoum LLP; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chock Barhoum LLP in Portland, OR, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Attorney to join a tech-forward, team-centric firm focused on work-life balance and smarter workflows.

You will lead defense strategies for state and federal matters, perform deep legal research, and advocate in motions, depositions, and court appearances alongside a collaborative team that leverages modern tools to win cases while maintaining balance.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of civil litigation defense experience.
• Active Oregon and/or Washington law license.
• Comfort with advanced practice management software, paperless workflows, and virtual advocacy tools.
• No-silo, team-oriented mindset with strong collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead defense strategies for cases from inception through resolution with a team approach.
• Conduct deep legal research and analysis to resolve complex issues.
• Handle motions, depositions, and court appearances using modern tools to maximize impact.
• Participate in roundtable case analysis and collaborative strategy sessions to dismantle complex issues.
• Contribute to tech-forward culture by adopting and suggesting new ways to modernize practice.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Collaboration

Technology literacy

Tools

Practice management software

Paperless workflows

Virtual advocacy tools

Job description

Chock Barhoum LLP in Portland, OR, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Attorney to join a tech-forward, team-centric firm focused on work-life balance and smarter workflows.

You will lead defense strategies for state and federal matters, perform deep legal research, and advocate in motions, depositions, and court appearances alongside a collaborative team that leverages modern tools to win cases while maintaining balance.