Portland Employment Litigation Associate (Hybrid)

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

12 firm-paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick time

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Portland, OR seeks an experienced employment and labor law attorney to defend and litigate a broad range of claims, advise employers, and represent them in court and at mediations.

Candidates will have a JD, 2+ years' experience, and active Oregon bar. The role offers a competitive salary range ($145k–$190k) and a comprehensive benefits package with bonuses and firm support.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of employment law experience preferred.
• Current OR Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of current agency procedures (state and federal).
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

JD ABA-accredited

Oregon Bar admission

Job description

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Portland, OR seeks an experienced employment and labor law attorney to defend and litigate a broad range of claims, advise employers, and represent them in court and at mediations.

Candidates will have a JD, 2+ years' experience, and active Oregon bar. The role offers a competitive salary range ($145k–$190k) and a comprehensive benefits package with bonuses and firm support.