Mid-Level Labor amp Employment Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level labor and employment associate with two to four years of experience to join its practice group in Portland, OR. The associate will handle a diverse range of cases for regional and national companies, providing essential legal services and support.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive, and discovery motions.
• Manage written discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Counsel employers on hiring, discipline, accommodations, and compliance.
• Draft and review employment-related documents.
• Assist with workplace investigations and reporting.
• Support corporate transactions with employment due diligence.
• Contribute to client trainings on various employment topics.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 2-4 years of labor and employment experience at a reputable firm.
• Experience with employment litigation and mediation; trial experience a plus.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Outstanding research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong client-service orientation and professional communication skills.
• Admission to and good standing with the Oregon bar or eligibility to waive in.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Oregon bar or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Oral advocacy and communication.
• Client counseling and service.
• Time management and multitasking.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration resources.
• Core competency model for career development.
• Commitment to well-being and supportive workplace culture.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306