Mid-Level Complex Litigation Associate - Aviation & Transportation

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Personal medical leave

Parental leave

Ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP seeks a mid-level associate (4–6 years) for its complex litigation group, focusing on product liability and commercial matters in aviation and transportation. Open to all US offices, the role emphasizes exceptional writing, rigorous litigation skills, and client service in high-stakes matters.

The candidate should have demonstrated experience across litigation stages and a strong academic record, with preferred clerkship at appellate level.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing skills demonstrated through clerkship, law review, moot court or publication.
• Experience with all stages of litigation including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, working with experts, and trial.
• Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice.
• Comfort with analyzing complex legal issues (contractual, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, admiralty).

Skills

Writing skills

Litigation experience

Client service

Analytical ability

Appellate-level clerkship

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP seeks a mid-level associate (4–6 years) for its complex litigation group, focusing on product liability and commercial matters in aviation and transportation. Open to all US offices, the role emphasizes exceptional writing, rigorous litigation skills, and client service in high-stakes matters.

The candidate should have demonstrated experience across litigation stages and a strong academic record, with preferred clerkship at appellate level.