Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney

Boutique Recruiting; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 178,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking a Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney to join a nationally recognized labor and employment practice, handling complex wage and hour class and collective actions across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

The role covers case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and resolution, with a focus on FLSA and Oregon wage-and-hour law, requiring 5+ years of experience and an active Oregon Bar.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Substantial knowledge of Oregon wage and hour laws and the FLSA.
• Active Oregon Bar membership.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in complex wage and hour class and collective actions in state and federal courts.
• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Develop litigation strategy for complex wage and hour disputes.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and substantive motions.
• Draft and argue motions throughout the litigation process.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Case strategy

Job description

Position Title: Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking a Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney to represent employers in complex wage and hour class and collective actions and other employment-related litigation throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. This role offers meaningful responsibility across the full litigation lifecycle, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and resolution.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation experience with substantial knowledge of Oregon wage and hour laws and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). They are a proactive, self-directed attorney who can independently manage matters, develop litigation strategy, and collaborate effectively with partners and clients.

Salary Range: $197,500+ / annually

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in complex wage and hour class and collective actions in state and federal courts
• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Develop litigation strategy for complex wage and hour disputes
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and substantive motions
• Draft and argue motions throughout the litigation process
• Take and defend depositions
• Collaborate with partners and clients to evaluate risk and develop effective litigation strategies

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience
• Substantial experience with Oregon wage and hour laws enforced by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI)
• Strong experience handling claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Experience independently managing litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Strong writing, analytical, and legal research skills
• Excellent academic credentials and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Active Oregon Bar membership

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Long-term career growth within an established national firm

If you are an experienced wage and hour litigator ready to take ownership of sophisticated matters while building your career with a nationally respected labor and employment practice,