Civil Litigation Defense Attorney

Chock Barhoum LLP•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Chock Barhoum is a highly-rated defense firm handling a variety of matters across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. They offer a tech-forward, team-centric approach that prioritizes work-life balance through smarter systems and collaborative support, replacing the rigid, high-pressure atmosphere of typical firms with a supportive, flexible, and team-oriented environment. The firm leverages cutting-edge legal tech to streamline discovery, research, and drafting, investing in both people and tools so attorneys can focus on high-level strategy rather than administrative tasks.

Requirements

At least 5+ years of experience in civil litigation defense.
Active license in Oregon and/or Washington.
Comfortable with (or eager to learn) advanced practice management software, paperless workflows, and virtual advocacy tools.
A "No-Silo" Mindset: You believe that the best results come from collaboration, not competition between colleagues. You thrive when working with others and aren't afraid to learn new tools or processes.

Nice To Haves

Idaho and multi-state licensure is a significant bonus.

Responsibilities

Lead Strategic Defense: Manage cases from inception through resolution, utilizing a team approach that values your expertise.
Strategize: Conduct deep legal research and analysis to dismantle complex issues.
Innovate & Advocate: Handle motion practice, depositions, and court appearances while utilizing modern tools to maximize your impact.
Collaborative Strategy: Participate in "roundtable" case analysis where the collective intelligence of the firm is used to dismantle complex legal issues.
System Optimization: Contribute to our tech-forward culture by adopting (and suggesting) new ways to modernize the practice of law.