Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense

Title: Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense - DUI

Location: Portland, OR, US

Job Description:

Join us at Reynolds Defense Firm, where you'll make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career in criminal defense law. As the largest DUI law firm in the Pacific Northwest, we cover the business functions - including top-notch marketing, client intake, billing and finance, and operations teams, as well as a dedicated legal assistant - allowing you to focus on what you do best: providing exceptional legal representation to Oregon clients facing DUI charges. Enjoy a collaborative environment with shared expertise where work-life balance and professional growth are priorities.

We're proud to offer a competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $150,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; FSA/DCA

• Three weeks of paid vacation, which grows with your tenure, and 40 hours of sick leave

• 401(k) with a 3% employer contribution after one year

• Opportunity for a hybrid work-from-home schedule after 90 days

If you're an Oregon-barred attorney who approaches challenges with resilience, clients with compassion, and who thrives in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of up to 30 DUI and related criminal defense matters in assigned jurisdictions

• Walk clients through their legal options and represent them at arraignments, hearings, and trials; draft motions and conduct legal research

• Handle DMV implied-consent hearings and license-suspension matters

• Participate in ongoing DUI-defense continuing education and share your knowledge and expertise for the benefit of all our attorneys

Qualifications

Required

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; barred in Oregon
• Two years (five or more preferred) of criminal law experience and some DUI defense and/or felony case experience; trial experience
• Sound judgment and courtroom composure under pressure
• Ability to counsel clients with clarity and compassion; execute case strategies aligned with their goals

Preferred

• Experience in Portland-metro, Willamette Valley, Eugene-area, and/or Coastal jurisdictions
• WA bar license (in addition to OR)
• Spanish-language fluency
• Demonstrated mentoring or management/leadership experience

Compensation

$105,000 - $150,000 annual salary + bonus

About Reynolds Defense Firm

At RDF, we believe in doing exceptional legal work and helping clients grow through their personal challenges. We combine courtroom excellence with tools that support personal change—that’s how we create real success.

We have been recognized for several years running as:

• The largest DUI law firm in the Pacific Northwest

• One of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in OR & WA (Portland Business Journal)

• Best of the Willamette Valley — Best DUI/DWI Law Firm

• Best of the Rose City — Best Overall Law Firm, Best Defense Law Firm, and Best DUI/DWI Law Firm

Reynolds Defense Firm is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.