Our employees have ranked Buckley Law as a top workplace.
Since the early 1980s, our team has provided a broad range of specialized services in business and commercial law, employment and labor law, real estate and land use, civil litigation, intellectual property, taxation, family and elder law, and estate planning, probate, and trust administration.
We value spending time with our families and honor our community commitments. Our forward-thinking management is dedicated to the integrity and success of every partner and employee of the firm. We actively support practice growth through focused client development, effective marketing strategies, and cross-referral within the firm. We offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, firm-paid retirement plan contribution, and other amenities.
Buckley Law was named a Top Workplace in Oregon by The Oregonian (2019-2025) and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon by Oregon Business Magazine (2020 & 2022 & 2025).
Join our diverse and talented team.
Located in the beautiful Kruse Way office park just south of downtown Portland, Buckley Law offers:
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees
Generous paid time off plan, starting at 17 days per year and increasing with tenure
10 Paid holidays
Firm-paid Retirement Plan Contribution (401(k))
FSA plan for pre-tax expenses
Firm paid HRA plan
Long-term and short-term disability
Paid Parental/Family bonding Leave
Free parking
For attorneys: Bar Dues, PLF, Marketing, and CLE paid
Reasonable expectations around minimum billable hours
Buckley Law P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Join our growing team!
Senior Paralegal(s) – Estate Planning
Legal Assistant – Business & Collections Law
Probate & Civil Litigation Attorney
Business Attorney
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
We are a team of diverse professionals dedicated to providing superior legal services to a diverse clientele. We firmly believe that our diversity and a commitment to equity and inclusion deepen and strengthen our perspectives and our ability to address our clients’ legal challenges and needs in a complex world. Find out more about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at Buckley Law >>
For further information about any opening at Buckley Law, please contact the hiring team at 503-620-8900 or email [email protected]. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. If an open position is not the right one for you and you are interested in Buckley Law, please send your resume with a cover letter, indicating the type of position in which you are interested. We will gladly keep your information for upcoming openings.
Please note: Recruiters and search professionals – if we do not have a signed contract engaging you AND you have not been asked specifically to submit candidates for a position, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if we hire the candidate.
Senior Paralegal(s) – Estate Planning
We are looking for experienced senior level Paralegal(s) to support one or more attorneys who practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, trust administration, tax planning, and guardianships/conservatorships.
Job responsibilities include but not limited to:
Assist attorneys in preparation of legal documents related to estate planning, estate administration (probate and Trust administration), guardianships and conservatorships
Conduct legal research to support attorneys in case preparation
Assist with preparations of legal arguments, motions and client correspondence
Draft, finalize, and electronically file or coordinate with other team members to e-file court documents, including petitions, notices, judgments, orders, related pleadings, and other court documents
Maintain and organize case files, including documents, data and other records
Manage client matters to prepare all necessary documents to meet all deadlines
Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties involved in cases to gather necessary information and provide updates to all relevant parties
Coordinate and schedule client meetings and appointments
Other tasks, as assigned
The ideal candidate will have:
5-7+ years of experience as a Senior level paralegal
Experience with timekeeping and tracking and billing time
Willingness to do anything, no job below them (i.e. filing, electronic filing, taking dictation, reviewing correspondence carefully, calendaring)
An affinity for organization and creating order and stability for changing priorities
Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification is preferred;
Professionalism in communication, both verbal and written, excellent communication and grammar skills;
Thoroughness in work: excellent attention to detail and follow through is required for success;
A propensity for electronic communication and electronic document management;
An ability to work well and communicate with different types of people, both internally and externally (clients, staff, and attorneys);
Knowledge of Federal, Oregon, and Washington Estate tax exemptions; 706 requirements and preparation of the same; gift tax returns, and various types of agreements and contracts;
Possess excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading abilities. Effectively prioritize tasks and manage time;
Exercise good judgment and pay exceptional attention to detail;
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills;
Ability to critically analyze and problem solve legal and technological issues;
Skilled in Word formatting, Adobe, PowerPoint, Excel, redline/track changes, styles, and cross-referencing within documents;
Willingness to take on tough assignments and be resourceful;
An ability and experience keeping their attorney(s) organized, including docketing, drafting, etc.; and
A highly organized working process, attentiveness to detail, be thorough in work activities, yet process information quickly
Compensation:
Hourly, non-exempt (eligible for OT); consistent with Firm’s compensation structure
Full time Paralegals receive full benefits package, including PTO, 10 paid holidays, 401k, and other benefits
Buckley Law is located in the beautiful Kruse Way office park just south of downtown Portland and offers a host of benefits to eligible employees:
In addition to a great work environment, we provide excellent benefits, including:
Firm-paid employee health/dental/vision insurance
Firm-paid Retirement Plan Contribution (401(k))
Paid Personal Time and Holidays
For attorneys: Bar Dues, PLF, Marketing, and CLE paid
Reasonable expectations around minimum billable hours
Incentive compensation available for exceeding minimum billable requirements
To apply for immediate consideration, please send a resume to [email protected] with a cover letter and share why you may be interested in the position and Firm.
Who We Are
Buckley Law P.C. is a Pacific Northwest law firm located in Lake Oswego. We are a team of diverse professionals dedicated to partnering with our clients to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. We are a Top Workplace in Oregon and a one of Oregon’s Most Admired Companies.
Buckley Law P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Probate & Civil Litigation Attorney
Buckley Law is expanding our Probate and Civil litigation department and looking for experienced attorneys to join our team. Successful candidates include an experienced senior associate who can manage complex litigation projects independently and communicate directly with clients. An established book of business is helpful, but not necessary.
Responsibilities include:
Detail oriented, self-starter litigation associate attorney with at least 2 – 5 years’ experience and active Oregon bar license in good standing. Duties (with a progressive increase in responsibilities and independence with partner support and leadership;
Represent clients in civil and probate court in matters involving financial elder abuse and breach of fiduciary duty claims, trust and will contests, elder abuse restraining orders, and in the appointment and removal of fiduciaries in probate, trust, and protective proceedings;
Assist in all phases of litigation, including taking and defending depositions, negotiating settlements, attending mediations, preparing for trial (interview witnesses, identify and prepare potential exhibits, draft direct and cross examination questions), and appearing in court (status checks, ex parte, arguing motions, and trial);
Draft pleadings and documents (memoranda; demand letters; pleadings including petitions, complaints, motions, declarations, judgments, notices, proofs of service; RFP’s, RFA’s, and responses; trust and estate accountings; settlement agreements);
Communicate with clients to provide legal advice, discuss case strategy, facilitate client decision-making, and provide prompt and regular case updates;
Communicate with opposing counsel, including conferrals and settlement negotiations;
Participate in the development and implementation of case strategy;
Conduct legal research and analysis;
Gather, review, analyze, and produce discovery
Preferred Skills:
Ability to work under pressure and prioritize multiple, competing tasks;
Ability to confidently guide clients and interact with opposing counsel in a poised, assertive manner;
Clear and concise legal writing with the ability to produce cohesive and polished drafts that demonstrate an understanding of the facts and include the appropriate legal analysis;
Efficiently use and navigate Microsoft Office, Outlook, Coyote, NetDocs, ShareFile;
Issue spot throughout the life of a case;
Understanding of and ability to identify applicable SLR’s, UTCR’s, statutes, and ORCP
Prior experience with direct client contact and court appearances (e.g., sitting second-chair in trial or presenting oral argument) preferred, but not required to have been in this practice area previously;
Independent desire to learn new material through CLE’s, researching statutes and case law, and observing other attorneys
Buckley Law is located in the beautiful Kruse Way office park just south of downtown Portland and offers a host of benefits to eligible employees:
In addition to a great work environment, we provide excellent benefits, including:
Firm-paid employee health/dental/vision insurance
Firm-paid Retirement Plan Contribution (401(k))
Paid Personal Time and Holidays
For attorneys: Bar Dues, PLF, Marketing, and CLE paid
Reasonable expectations around minimum billable hours
Incentive compensation available for exceeding minimum billable requirements
To apply for immediate consideration, please send a resume to [email protected] with a cover letter and share why you may be interested in the position and Firm.
Who We Are
Buckley Law P.C. is a Pacific Northwest law firm located in Lake Oswego. We are a team of diverse professionals dedicated to partnering with our clients to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. We are a Top Workplace in Oregon and a one of Oregon’s Most Admired Companies.
Buckley Law P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Legal Assistant – Business & Collections Law
Looking to be a part of a hard-working, extremely talented team? Can you handle deadlines and maintain extreme attention to detail? If so, we want to talk with you!
We are looking for the right person to join Buckley Law P.C. as a Legal Assistant with a Business and Collections (Litigation & Transactions) team.
The ideal candidate will also have:
One or more years’ experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally in Business, Banking, Creditor’s Rights, Commercial Transactions & Litigation
Experience working with Business Transactions helpful
Commercial/business litigation experience in Oregon and Washington state and federal courts
Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification is preferred
Professionalism in communication, both verbal and written; excellent communication and grammar skills
Willingness to troubleshoot and contact court clerks, corporation division staff, and other paralegals, to ask questions and find solutions
A propensity for electronic communication and electronic document management
An ability to prioritize and juggle multiple, concurrent matters and activities while maintaining a calm presence
Willingness to do all aspects of the job (i.e. filing, electronic filing, reviewing correspondence carefully, calendaring)
An ability to work well and communicate with different types of people, both internally and externally (clients, staff, and attorneys)
Willingness to take on tough assignments and be resourceful
An ability and experience keeping their attorney(s) organized, including docketing, drafting, etc.
Technology experience – Microsoft Suite, Law firm software a plus
Other responsibilities as assigned
Buckley Law is centrally located in the Kruse Way office park and offers a host of benefits to eligible employees:
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees
Generous paid time off plan that increases with tenure
10 Paid holidays
401(k) contribution
FSA and HRA for pre-tax expenses
Long-term and short-term disability
Free parking
To apply for immediate consideration, please send a resume with a cover email and share why you may be interested in the position and Firm to [email protected].
Who We Are
Buckley Law P.C. is a Pacific Northwest law firm located in Lake Oswego. We are a team of diverse professionals dedicated to partnering with our clients to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. We are a Top Workplace in Oregon and a one of Oregon’s Most Admired Companies.
Buckley Law P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Business Attorney
Buckley Law P.C.’s employees have ranked it to be a Top Workplace in Oregon, and a 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon, and we are expanding our business team. Specifically, we are looking for attorney candidate(s) who are well-versed in corporate formations, general business advice, transactions, etc.
The ideal attorney(s) will have:
4+ years of experience as a business attorney, may include new business entity creation and formation, business contracts, real estate, M&A;
An ability to prioritize multiple, concurrent matters and activities;
Desire to learn and continuously improve skills and abilities;
Willingness to take on tough assignments and be resourceful;
Attentiveness to detail, be thorough in work activities, yet process information quickly;
Licensed in Oregon, but licenses in Washington and/or California is a plus.
In addition to a great work environment, we provide excellent benefits, including:
Firm-paid employee health/dental/vision insurance
Firm-paid Retirement Plan Contribution (401(k))
Paid Personal Time and Holidays
For attorneys: Bar Dues, PLF, Marketing, and CLE paid
Reasonable expectations around minimum billable hours
Incentive compensation available for exceeding minimum billable requirements
To apply for immediate consideration, please send a resume to [email protected] with a cover letter and your targeted compensation range.
Buckley Law P.C. is a Pacific Northwest law firm located in Lake Oswego dedicated to partnering with our clients to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. We provide a full range of transactional and litigation services while delivering an exceptional client experience. Since the early 1980s, Buckley Law has provided a broad range of specialized services in business and commercial law, employment and labor law, real estate and construction, civil litigation, intellectual property, taxation, family and elder law, and estate planning, probate and trust administration.
Buckley Law P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
