Litigation Associate Attorney | Complex Defense & Business Litigation

Are you an experienced litigation attorney looking to join a respected and collaborative regional law firm with a diverse and sophisticated litigation practice? Do you enjoy handling complex defense matters while working closely with clients and experienced litigators in a supportive environment? Are you seeking a long-term opportunity with strong mentorship, professional development, and work-life flexibility?If so, this opportunity may be an excellent fit.Scion Legal Staffing has been engaged to conduct a confidential search on behalf of a highly regarded regional, full-service litigation and business law firm seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for its Portland, Oregon office. This firm is known for its strong reputation, collaborative culture, and broad litigation practice serving businesses, insurers, and public and private entities across the Pacific Northwest.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who is comfortable managing matters independently while also collaborating closely with experienced partners and clients on a wide variety of complex litigation matters.Legal Opportunity OverviewThe Litigation Associate Attorney will work on a diverse caseload involving sophisticated civil defense litigation matters, including:Business LitigationConstruction LitigationData Breach & Security ResponseHospitality & Food-Borne Illness LitigationMotor Vehicle Accident DefensePremises LiabilityProduct LiabilityProfessional LiabilityReal Estate LitigationToxic Tort / Asbestos LitigationTransportation & Trucking LitigationThe ideal candidate will have strong litigation fundamentals, excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams.ResponsibilitiesManage litigation matters from inception through resolutionDraft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memorandaConduct legal research and case analysisParticipate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparationCommunicate directly with clients and provide strategic legal guidanceCollaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex mattersMaintain organized case management and litigation deadlinesQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law schoolActive membership in the Oregon State Bar requiredWashington State Bar admission is a plus3+ years of civil litigation experience requiredPrior law firm litigation experience strongly preferredExperience with depositions, motions practice, and case management preferredTrial experience is a plusStrong legal drafting, research, and analytical skillsExcellent interpersonal and client relationship skillsExperience with school law or public entity defense is a plus but not requiredCompensation And BenefitsThis position offers a competitive salary range of approximately $110,000–$130,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible schedule with remote work accessLife, AD&D, and long-term disability insuranceTransportation subsidyEmployee assistance programEmployee referral bonus programFSA / HSA optionsParental leaveProfit sharing contributions401(k) Deferred Savings PlanAbout Our Search FirmScion Staffing is a national, award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner