Law​/Legal Associate, Legal Counsel

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long‑term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Associate position in our Portland Office. The job would involve civil litigation, mostly in the areas of professional liability defense, product liability defense, and defense of transportation cases.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

• Assist with discovery requests and responses
• Draft pretrial motions
• Defend and take depositions
• Argue motions
• Interview clients and witnesses
• Efficiently conduct legal research
• Assist in preparation of cases for trial

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of Oregon
• 3+ years of litigation defense experience required
• Commercial litigation experience is preferred
• Experience with professional liability, general liability, and/or products liability defense is preferred
• Federal court practice is a plus
• Strong knowledge of rules of evidence and procedure required
• Excellent written and analytical skills and a strong attention to detail are required

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work‑life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the firm’s policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant’s race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.