Employment Litigation Associate in Portland

Job Description

Our highly regarded national law firm has an opportunity for an Employment Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience to join the firm’s dynamic and sophisticated practice representing premier local and national employers based out of our Oregon location.  This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide range of labor & employment matters involving cutting-edge topics and premier, interesting clients. This associate will join a diverse practice group that handles single plaintiff employment litigation and wage & hour class action litigation.

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

• 2+ years’ experience in civil litigation
• Preferred experience with single plaintiff employment litigation, wage & hour class action litigation, as well as other employment matters
• Skilled at drafting and arguing motions
• Conduct depositions and engage in all aspects of trial preparation
• Actively participate in mediations and negotiating settlements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Member of the Oregon bar in good standing

 Benefits & Compensation:

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility for complex and sophisticated legal matters.
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs for associates.
• Competitive compensation and several bonus programs.
• Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.

Qualified candidates may confidentially apply or send resume to mike.hendrex@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.