Employment Law Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Productivity bonuses

Discretionary merit bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Portland, OR, seeks an experienced Employment Law Associate to support the firm's employment law practice with expertise in federal and state employment laws.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of employment law experience, strong research and writing skills, and admission to Oregon or Washington State Bar (dual admission preferred). This role involves litigation, handling EEOC/BOLI charges, and mentoring junior associates.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of employment law experience.
• Admission to Oregon or Washington State Bar; dual admission preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Participate in litigation, including motion drafting and oral arguments.
• Handle BOLI and EEOC charges and investigations.
• Review employee handbooks and policies.
• Train and mentor junior associates.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Law Associate in Portland, OR. The ideal candidate will support the firm's employment law practice, bringing expertise in federal and state employment laws and regulations.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Participate in litigation, including motion drafting and oral arguments.
• Handle BOLI and EEOC charges and investigations.
• Review employee handbooks and policies.
• Train and mentor junior associates.

Requirements

• 4+ years of employment law experience.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Litigation experience, preferably as a second chair.
• Admission to Oregon or Washington State Bar; dual admission preferred.
• Interest in labor law is advantageous.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Oregon or Washington.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and client service orientation.

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary merit bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package.