Legislative Staff Attorney - Research & Drafting Hybrid

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Legislative Counsel in Salem, Oregon, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to perform legal research, write opinions, and draft bills. The role includes advising legislators and staff, with a focus on nonpartisan, clear legal analysis and recommendations.

Starting December 2026, this hybrid position combines in-office work at the Capitol with remote days. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and complete supplemental questions.

Qualifications

• Advanced legal research using a wide range of references (electronic and print).
• Ability to write clear, concise legal opinions and memos.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and under time pressures.
• Ability to explain complex legal concepts to both attorneys and non-attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and write legal opinions for legislators and staff.
• Perform individual project assignments including editing statutes or annotations.
• Draft bills and amendments with attention to form and style requirements.
• Review administrative rules for consistency and constitutionality.
• Attend meetings as needed and provide impartial legal information.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Nonpartisan work

Effective communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Office of the Legislative Counsel in Salem, Oregon, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to perform legal research, write opinions, and draft bills. The role includes advising legislators and staff, with a focus on nonpartisan, clear legal analysis and recommendations.

Starting December 2026, this hybrid position combines in-office work at the Capitol with remote days. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and complete supplemental questions.