Paralegal – Reno

Schroeder Law Offices, PC, has Associate Attorney Opening

This position is in our Portland location.

Schroeder Law Offices, P.C. is seeking an Oregon licensed
Associate Attorney with two years of experience to join our Portland team. With offices in Portland, Oregon and Reno, Nevada, and satellite operations in Idaho and Washington, our firm has been a trusted leader in water rights and real property law since 1991. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a career in a highly specialized field, with clear advancement potential and the chance to work on impactful legal matters affecting small communities and agricultural producers of food and fiber across the western United States.

Associates represent clients with the opportunity for direct interaction with clients under the supervision of a shareholder or partner. They monitor and manage diverse client tasks to ensure timely and accurate completion. Associate attorneys develop transactional water rights solutions with thorough legal analysis and execution. They litigate before administrative, state, and federal forums, including matters of first impression, from initiation through post-trial and appeals.

Associates delegate tasks effectively to support staff and maintain consistent communication on client matters. They bill required hours daily with complete and accurate time narratives —
minimum of 1600 billable hours annually
.

Associates have the opportunity to travel to remote and rural areas as necessary or desired for client development and representation.

• Minimum of
  two years of legal experience
  , preferably in real property transactions and litigation, natural resources law, or related fields
• Demonstrated interest in state law related to water use, real property transactions, municipal law, state agency regulation, administrative and civil litigation
• Active bar membership in Oregon. Admission in other jurisdictions is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and responsibilities with professionalism
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Willingness to travel and engage with clients in rural and agricultural communities
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to professional growth
• In-person at the Portland Office

Full-time, in Office Salary Commensurate with Experience
, Benefits including health insurance and retirement plan, are available.

To be considered for this position please email resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, Unofficial transcripts, and at least three (3) professional references to Heather Allen at