Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense

Smith Freed & Eberhard PC•Portland, OR

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced litigation associate who wants more than another insurance defense position. This position is for the attorney ready to work side-by-side with our Managing Partner on complex, high-exposure litigation – not years from now, but immediately. You will help develop litigation strategy, take depositions, argue motions, prepare witnesses, participate in mediations and trials, and work directly with clients on significant cases. If you are looking for an environment where your work influences the outcomes of important litigation, and where your professional growth is limited only by your ability – you will find it here. Your Practice Work on complex commercial insurance defense litigation involving: Catastrophic injury claims Commercial transportation litigation Premises liability Products liability Dram shop liability Complex negligence actions Other high-exposure civil litigation matters As your experience grows, so will your opportunities. We believe talented attorneys should earn opportunities based on ability – not simply years in practice. Why This Position Is Different Direct Access to Firm Leadership – collaborate directly with the Managing Partner on strategy, client counseling, case evaluation and resolution strategy. Meaningful Responsibility – from the beginning, you will have opportunities to: Take and defend depositions Argue contested motions Develop litigation strategy Attend arbitrations and mediations Manage litigation from inception through resolution Learn Defense Litigation at a Higher Level – beyond learning procedure, learn how experienced litigators evaluate risk, negotiate effectively, communicate with clients, and make strategic decisions that determine case outcomes. Invest in Your Future – we believe outstanding attorneys are developed through challenging work, thoughtful mentorship, and meaningful litigation experience. Build Your Career Where It Matters Exceptional litigators are not developed by managing the largest caseloads. They are developed by handling meaningful cases, working alongside experienced lawyers, and earning responsibility that accelerates their growth. If you’re ready to take the next step in your litigation career, we would like to meet you! Smith Freed Eberhard is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service obligations or other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.