Experienced Family Law Litigator — Complex Matters, Hybrid

Oregon State Bar Pro Liability; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Firm, a mid-size law firm in downtown Portland, seeks an experienced Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney to join its established practice in a hybrid, full-time role.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Oregon family law experience, strong litigation skills, and a commitment to client service; the position offers growth and partnership potential within a supportive Portland legal community.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon State Bar membership in good standing.
• Four+ years in substantive Oregon family law.
• Washington State Bar admission is a plus.
• Experience independently managing contested matters, hearings and trials.
• Strong knowledge of Oregon family law statutes, court rules and evidentiary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and contested family law matters from inception through resolution.
• Handle discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement conferences, mediations and trials.
• Represent clients in hearings, temporary relief proceedings and trials.
• Draft pleadings, motions, temporary orders, settlement agreements and trial memoranda.
• Provide strategic and compassionate counsel in sensitive and high-conflict matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants to provide exceptional client service.
• Participate in professional, networking and community activities that support practice development.

Skills

Litigation experience

Family law

Tools

LexisNexis

Practice management software

Job description

The Firm, a mid-size law firm in downtown Portland, seeks an experienced Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney to join its established practice in a hybrid, full-time role.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Oregon family law experience, strong litigation skills, and a commitment to client service; the position offers growth and partnership potential within a supportive Portland legal community.