Dynamic Commercial Litigation Associate — Portland

Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Fertility benefits

16 weeks paid childcare leave

Professional development resources

Job summary

Not disclosed in Portland, OR, a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm seeks an Associate Attorney for its Commercial Litigation Practice Group. You will handle sophisticated disputes for local, national, and international clients, with substantial responsibility and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a JD from a top-tier law school and active Oregon bar admission (or waivers), plus 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience. Washington/CA bar adds value.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Oregon, in good standing, or the ability to waive in, is required.
• 4-6 years of substantive experience in commercial litigation.
• Litigation experience: excel in drafting, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances for complex business disputes.
• Class action litigation experience is a plus.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington and/or California is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters effectively.
• Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, prepare discovery, and manage motion practice in high-stakes litigation.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Work directly with clients to provide practical, business-oriented legal counsel.
• Manage cases through all stages (fact development, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals).
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Develop case strategies and collaborate with partners on high-stakes disputes.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Job description

Not disclosed in Portland, OR, a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm seeks an Associate Attorney for its Commercial Litigation Practice Group. You will handle sophisticated disputes for local, national, and international clients, with substantial responsibility and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a JD from a top-tier law school and active Oregon bar admission (or waivers), plus 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience. Washington/CA bar adds value.