Beery, Elsner & Hammond, LLP (BEH) seeks an associate with interest in municipal law. We are a small, busy firm exclusively representing local governments in all aspects of their operations. This position is a long-term opportunity for growth in a collaborative and professional environment. BEH values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all applicants. Three to five years of experience is preferred. Previous experience in municipal/government law, real property, land use, employment law, or other relevant areas is desirable but not required. Please email your cover letter, resume and references to: Office Manager, [email protected].
BEH is a Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated law firm that has exclusively represented public entities in Oregon since its inception in 1998. BEH is designed as a full-service law firm for local governments; we serve as an outside general counsel’s office for many of our local government clients, while also serving as special counsel to others. We are a group of attorneys who individually possess expertise in various areas of municipal law, which when combined allows us to assist local governments with the myriad issues they face on a daily basis.
The firm is proud to have a growing list of clients from all over the state. We serve as general counsel to 24 cities and 17 other local governments and as special counsel in land use, employment law, and many other areas for approximately 40 additional clients.
BEH is uncommonly committed to promoting work/life balance among its team of professionals. The firm recognizes that its people are its greatest resource in its ability to not only survive, but thrive. Our day-to-day office culture strives to accomplish a healthy work/life balance whereby not only the firm but its individual team members and their families benefit. We offer flexible work schedules, the ability to work from home or in the office, and a deemphasized focus on billable hours and client cultivation. Please visit www.behlaw.com for additional information about us and why BEH is an amazing place to continue your legal career.