Portland Hybrid: Commercial Disputes Associate (3–5 yrs)

Permanent Placements LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Professional development

Student loan assistance resources

Commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate (3-5 years) to join its Commercial Disputes practice in Portland, Oregon. The role offers significant responsibility in sophisticated disputes and close collaboration with seasoned litigators.

The candidate will manage matters from inception through resolution, with meaningful client contact and courtroom exposure, in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar admission.
• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling commercial litigation preferred.
• Strong litigation skills: motion practice, research/writing, discovery management.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial litigation matters through all phases of litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and discovery documents.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies with case teams.
• Conduct depositions and witness interviews.
• Manage written discovery and document production.
• Prepare for and argue motions in state and federal courts.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients regarding strategy, case developments, and risk assessment.
• Stay informed regarding legal developments affecting clients and litigation strategy.
• Support business development, including client presentations and networking.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Motions practice

Depositions

Discovery management

Client communication

Court appearances

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

State bar admission

Tools

Electronic discovery tools

Litigation support tools

Job description

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate (3-5 years) to join its Commercial Disputes practice in Portland, Oregon. The role offers significant responsibility in sophisticated disputes and close collaboration with seasoned litigators.

The candidate will manage matters from inception through resolution, with meaningful client contact and courtroom exposure, in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.