Attorney Jobs in Lake Oswego, OR

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Assistant Attorney General (Federal Oversight Unit)

Oregon
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
1 day ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
1 day ago

These cases are staffed by a small number of attorneys assigned to FOU as well as attorneys assigned to other components of the Trial Division and other DOJ Divisions....

Hybrid

Deputy Public Defender II

Clark County
Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
1 day ago

Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
1 day ago

Examples of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Carries up to a full caseload of felonies (Class A, B, & C felony types) Assists other attorneys in matters of trial strategy...

In Person

Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage Defense

Chartwell Law
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
2 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
2 days ago

Chartwell is seeking a junior to midlevel associate to join its Portland/Vancouver based insurance coverage practice. The coverage group handles matter under many different commercial policies for...

In Person

Attorney I-IV

Metropolitan Public Defender Service Inc
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

Attorneys receive general supervision from the unit Attorney Chief. This position pays $92,052.48 - $155,304.24 per year....

In Person

Banking & Finance Attorney (Hybrid or Remote)

GPAC
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

: Full-Time Senior Banking & Finance Attorney - Hybrid/Remote Flexibility A growing, well-respected law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney with at least 5 years of experience representing financial institutions...

Hybrid

Inclusive Democracy Advocate

Disability Communities Defending Democracy (DCDD)
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
3 days ago

Words to know (glossary of terms) below. Underlined words are defined in the words to know section. Disability Communities Defending Democracy (DCDD) is a new organization, founded in 2025. DCDD...

Remote

Immigration Attorney - USCIS (OR)

The Lisinski Law Firm
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Assignments are scheduled in advance and designed for attorneys seeking flexible opportunities without full case ownership or long-term employment commitments....

In Person

Experienced Business Attorneys - Portland, Oregon (Hybrid Position)

Miller Nash LLP
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Benefits : To view benefits information, please visit the attorneys page....

Remote

Staff Attorney

Center for Food Safety
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Staff Attorneys engage in public speaking and outreach....

Hybrid

Conflicts Analyst/ Attorney

Greenberg Traurig
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
4 days ago

Elevates issues to submitting attorney, e.g., non-responsiveness, etc....

Hybrid

General Attorney (Tax) - Special Counsel (Crimi...

Internal Revenue Service - US Department of the Treasury
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
6 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
6 days ago

practice related to the Federal Rules of Evidence or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure; OR Drafting and providing legal advice related to search warrant applications, undercover operations, or...

In Person

Attorney

The Nagler Group
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
6 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
6 days ago

A well-established mid-sized, full-service law firm in Portland, Maine is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to join its growing practice....

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Of Counsel Attorney (Remote)

Stevens & Legal
Hillsboro, OR (11 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
8 days ago

Hillsboro, OR (11 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
8 days ago

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Remote Part Time

General Attorney (Labor) (Field Attorney)

US National Labor Relations Board
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
10 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
10 days ago

In Person

Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation Defense

GPAC
Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
12 days ago

Portland, OR (6 miles from Lake Oswego, OR)
12 days ago

We successfully train attorneys with no prior workers' compensation experience....

Hybrid

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Demographic Data for Lake Oswego, OR

Moving to Lake Oswego, OR? Find some basic demographic data about Lake Oswego, OR below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Lake Oswego, OR

Local

National

Total Population

47,166

Number of Businesses

2,143

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Lake Oswego, OR

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Lake Oswego, OR offer the following education background

Doctorate Degree

72.2%

Bachelor's Degree

13.4%

Master's Degree

7.5%

Associate's Degree

3.3%

Vocational Degree or Certification

1.7%

High School or GED

1.5%

Some College

0.3%

Some High School

0.1%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Lake Oswego, OR

2-4 years

50.8%

None

15.4%

10+ years

11.8%

Less than 1 year

5.9%

1-2 years

5.8%

6-8 years

5.4%

4-6 years

4.8%

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