Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Position Summary

The Portland, OR office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice. The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Oregon and have at least two (2) to seven (7) years of experience in employment law matters. Prior employment litigation experience is required (preferably on the management side), and employment counseling or in‑house employment law experience is preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who are proactive and passionate about assuming a high‑level role providing legal service within a sophisticated practice and who are seeking to assume a significant role in all aspects of labor and employment law. The role requires extensive contact with clients, governmental agencies and opposing counsel.

• Drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Drafting and arguing motions.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Working independently as well as part of a team.

• Admitted to practice in Oregon.
• At least 2–7 years of experience in employment law matters.
• Prior employment litigation experience, preferably on the management side.
• Experience in employment counseling or in‑house employment law preferred.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Although we would prefer that you have some experience in employment law, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law, and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Legal

Industries:
Law Practice and Legal Services