Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. is looking for an attorney to join their Portland, OR office. The role involves defending and litigating employment-related lawsuits and advising employers on various labor law issues.

Candidates should hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, have 2+ years of experience, and current OR Bar admission. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience, strong background in employment law preferred.
• Understanding of current agency procedures.
• Commitment to professionalism and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims.
• Advise employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, mediations, and arbitrations.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Project management skills

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Current OR Bar admission

Job description

This position will be located in our Portland, OR office.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment‑related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non‑compete cases.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA‑accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience, with a strong background in employment law strongly preferred.
• Current OR Bar admission in good standing (WA Bar also preferred).
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and project‑management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.