Family Law Litigation Associate

Wyse Kadish LLP; 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

Downtown Portland, Oregon | Full-Time | Hybrid

The Firm, a mid-size law firm located in downtown Portland, is seeking an experienced Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney to join its established family law practice. This position offers an opportunity to handle sophisticated family law matters, contribute to the continued growth of the practice, and pursue long-term professional growth and partnership potential.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have four or more years of substantive Oregon family law experience, strong litigation and courtroom skills, and a commitment to exceptional client service. We value sound judgment, professionalism, collegiality, and an interest in building a long-term practice within the Portland legal community.

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

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar
• Four or more years of substantive Oregon family law experience
• Washington State Bar admission is a plus
• Demonstrated experience independently managing contested matters, hearings and trials
• Strong knowledge of Oregon family law statutes, court rules and evidentiary procedures
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong judgment, interpersonal skills, organization and attention to detail
• Experience with LexisNexis and legal practice management technology