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Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP

Litigation Associate

Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061

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About Us Lorber, Greenfield & Olsen, LLP is a civil litigation defense firm with 44 years of experience. Since 1980, we have specialized in construction defect and casualty claims, representing developers and general contractors in major cases. Our AV® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell reflects our commitment to excellence.

The Position We are seeking a full-time

Litigation Associate

to join our legal team in Portland, OR. This role offers a remote work model, but the candidate must live within driving distance to the local office as occasional onsite court appearances, depositions and inspections are required. You will be integral to our civil litigation defense efforts, managing case management and client representation: drafting and filing motions, preparing for and attending court trials, conducting depositions and providing legal counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and file motions, pleadings and discovery.

Represent clients in trial, arbitrations, depositions and mediations.

Update clients and/or their insurers.

Provide expert legal advice to clients.

Manage day-to-day litigation tasks.

Meet and maintain annual firm billable requirements monthly.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1-2 years of Civil Litigation experience.

Proven track record of drafting and arguing motions.

Ability to effectively navigate the court system.

Experience in trial preparation and courtroom representation.

Skilled in conducting depositions and witness examinations.

Superior written and verbal communication abilities.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

Active member of the Oregon State Bar.

Experience in construction or casualty claims a plus.

Benefits

Partner mentorship providing guidance, advice, feedback and support

Excellent teams and work life balance

Hybrid, Remote or In-Office Work Models

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flex Spending Plan

401K + Employer Match

We encourage candidates of all experience levels to apply. The starting salary for this position is $125,000-$150,000, with compensation scaling upward based on the candidate's qualifications, expertise, and relevant experience. Total compensation will be discussed in initial interview.

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