What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at Farleigh Wada Witt?
Farleigh Wada Witt, a mid-sized law firm located in downtown Portland, is seeking an associate attorney to join its litigation practice group.
We are looking for candidates with 5 years’ relevant experience and the ability to both independently handle responsibilities for commercial litigation cases in state and federal courts in Oregon and Washington, as well as to provide litigation support in large, complex cases.
As an ideal candidate, you will have the proficiency to work independently; offer practical solutions to clients; manage multiple projects and timelines efficiently; manage all aspects of motion practice and discovery; have impressive writing and speaking skills; and an entrepreneurial mindset.
We work hard on a variety of interesting and sophisticated cases, but we also have a culture that encourages collegiality, teamwork, mentoring, outside interests and balance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Oregon or a jurisdiction with reciprocity
- Proven experience in litigation.
- Strong legal research skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
Farleigh Wada Witt provides access to benefits and perks such as 100% employer paid premiums for associate health insurance (with family plans also available), Firm paid Life & AD&D policy, long term disability, and employee assistance program. Expense budgets for travel & entertainment and CLE, cell phone reimbursement, parking allowance, firm sponsorships and community charitable contributions, safe harbor retirement plan with an annual Firm contribution, and much more!
Farleigh Wada Witt is proud of its commitment to provide a work-life balance to all our employees and have been honored as a 100 Best Companies for 5 consecutive years. Farleigh Wada Witt is committed to fostering a culture of mutual respect and congeniality, achieved in part by embracing and promoting diversity in the workplace. We feel our dedication to alternative work schedules (within the typical workday) and quality of life helps us foster creative, efficient and innovative approaches to providing great legal services to our clients.
If your experience and interest is a match, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Partner here or via regular mail at:
Farleigh Wada Witt, c/o Human Resources, 121 SW Morrison St., Suite 600, Portland, Oregon 97204.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
