Defense Litigation Associate

Preg O'Donnell & Gillett PLLC; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regence Health, dental & vision

Remote work flexibility

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays

401(k) & profit sharing

Transportation subsidy

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Preg O’Donnell & Gillett, a Pacific Northwest litigation firm, seeks an experienced Defense Litigation Associate to join its Portland office. The role involves handling defense litigation matters across business, construction, data breach, hospitality, motor vehicle, product, professional liability, and transportation law, with opportunities for remote work access.

The candidate should have a JD, Oregon Bar membership, strong drafting and research skills, and prior law firm experience with

Qualifications

• Strong drafting, writing and legal research skills.
• Excellent client relationship and interpersonal skills.
• Law firm and case management experience including depositions, motions practice, and trial experience.
• School law or public entity defense experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to clients on defense litigation cases across multiple practice areas listed.
• Assist with depositions, motions practice, and trial preparation as needed.
• Collaborate with partners and associates to manage case strategy and client communications.

Skills

Drafting

Legal research

Client relations

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Preg O'Donnell & Gillett is a Pacific Northwest litigation firm representing clients in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service through a collaborative, specialized approach. To support our continued success, we are seeking an experienced Defense Litigation Associateto join our team.

Preg O’Donnell & Gillett is seeking a Defense Litigation Associate with approximately3 years of litigation experience to join our Portland office located in the historic KOIN Tower. This Litigation Associate will work both independently and collaboratively to provide direct support to clients on a variety of defense litigation cases, including:

• Business Litigation
• Construction Law
• Data Breach & Security Response
• Hospitality & Food-Borne Illness Litigation
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Product Liability
• Professional Liability
• Transportation & Trucking Law

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Membership in the Oregon State Bar is required, and membership in the Washington State Bar is preferred.
• Strong drafting, writing and legal research skills
• Excellent client relationship and interpersonal skills
• Law firm and case management experience including depositions, motions practice, and trial experience
• School law or public entity defense experience is preferred but not required
• Strong judgment, high ethical standards and professional maturity

Why Join Preg O'Donnell & Gillett?

• Regence Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible schedule with remote work access
• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
• Generous 401(k) Deferred Savings Plan
• Profit sharing contributions
• Transportation subsidy
• Free Full-Service Fitness Center: Complete with a sauna, showers, lockers, and fresh towel service
• Two secure bike parking rooms to support active commuters
• 5 on-site food and beverage operators
• Access to free weekly concerts and the state-of-the-art community performance hall through Koin building partnership with All Classical Radio
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus
• FSA / HSA

Preg O’Donnell & Gillett is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, hair texture or protected hairstyles, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and writing sample with their application. Candidates must be admitted to and in good standing with the bar in the jurisdiction of the office to which they are applying.

Salary: $110K-130K annually, DOE.