Defense Litigation Associate

We are seeking a Defense Litigation Associate to join an established Pacific Northwest law firm serving clients across Washington, Oregon, and Alaska.

The attorney will handle a variety of civil defense litigation matters, working both independently and collaboratively to provide effective legal representation and client support.

Practice Areas

The attorney may work on a variety of defense litigation matters, including:

Business litigation

Construction law

Data breach and security response

Hospitality and food-borne illness litigation

Motor vehicle accidents

Premises liability

Product liability

Professional liability

Real estate litigation

Toxic tort and asbestos litigation

Transportation and trucking law

Key Responsibilities

Manage and support defense litigation cases from inception through resolution.

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.

Conduct legal research and analysis.

Participate in discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trial preparation.

Represent clients in litigation proceedings as needed.

Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and effective case management.

Work independently while collaborating with attorneys and other team members.

Exercise sound judgment, maintain high ethical standards, and handle cases professionally.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Approximately 3 years of litigation experience.

Active membership in the Oregon State Bar in good standing is required.

Washington State Bar membership is preferred.

Strong legal writing, drafting, research, and analytical skills.

Experience with depositions, motions practice, and trial proceedings.

Law firm experience and familiarity with case management.

Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.

Strong judgment, professional maturity, and high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in school law or public entity defense.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary of $110,000–$130,000, depending on experience.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Flexible scheduling and remote work access.

Generous paid time off and 10 paid holidays.

Life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability insurance.

401(k) retirement plan and profit-sharing contributions.

Transportation subsidy.

Employee assistance program.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA), where eligible.

Additional workplace amenities, including a fitness center, secure bicycle parking, and on-site food and beverage options.