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Dunn Carney LLP

Employment Litigation Attorney

Dunn Carney LLP, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Overview Dunn Carney’s Employment Team is expanding! We are seeking an attorney with 4-6 years of experience handling employment litigation and advice matters. This position will involve general civil litigation, insured and self-pay employment cases, and management-side advice work. The preferred candidate will have experience in both state and federal courts including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda, overseeing document gathering and production, client and opposing counsel communication, developing case strategy, and taking and defending depositions, as well as experience in mediations, judicial settlement conferences, arbitrations and trials.

Responsibilities

Handle employment litigation and advice matters, including general civil litigation and management-side tasks.

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda for state and federal courts.

Oversee document gathering and production; communicate with clients and opposing counsel.

Develop case strategy; take and defend depositions; participate in mediations, settlement conferences, arbitrations, and trials.

Qualifications

Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.

Well-developed legal research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

Organizational and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Willingness to take ownership and primary responsibility for assigned matters; ability to work collaboratively.

Commitment to diversity and teamwork.

Admission to practice in Oregon is required; admission to practice in Washington is preferred.

About Dunn Carney We prioritize the growth and development of our attorneys in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a 3-5 page writing sample to Donna Moser at DMoser@dunncarney.com.

EEO Statement Dunn Carney LLP is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications for employment from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. If you need reasonable accommodations to apply for any position, please let us know. All employment decisions, practices, and procedures are carried out without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

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