Description
- Handle family law cases, including divorce, child custody, support matters, property division, restraining orders, and modifications.
- Assist senior attorneys with case preparation, legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements.
- Conduct client consultations, providing empathetic guidance and clear communication.
- Participate in hearings, mediations, negotiations, and court appearances under supervision, with opportunities to take lead as experience grows.
- Collaborate with the team to develop case strategies focused on the best interests of clients and their families.
- Opportunity for rapid growth into managing your own caseload in a supportive, boutique firm environment.
This full-time position offers hands-on experience in family law within a fast-paced yet supportive firm that prioritizes work-life balance, professional mentorship, and community impact.
Baxter Law, LLC is a dedicated full-service law firm located in the heart of Bend, Oregon, serving clients across Central Oregon including Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson, and Jackson counties. We provide compassionate, communicative, and committed legal representation in a wide range of practice areas, with a strong emphasis on Family Law (including child custody, contested and uncontested divorce, child support, spousal support, property division, mediation, paternity, restraining orders, and modifications), as well as Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, and Personal Injury.
Our experienced team of attorneys, including founding attorney Casey Baxter and senior attorneys brings decades of combined expertise, particularly in handling emotionally challenging family law matters with empathy and effectiveness. We pride ourselves on building long-term client relationships, offering confidential consultations, and achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
We are seeking a dedicated Family Law Associate Attorney with 0-3 years of experience to join our growing team. This is an immediate opening for a compassionate professional ready to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives during difficult transitions.
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school.
- 0-3 years of experience in family law (internships, clerkships, or related practice preferred but not required).
- Admitted to the Oregon Bar, currently applying, or willing to undergo the Oregon Bar application process.
- Strong research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to client service.
- Passion for family law and helping clients navigate divorce, custody, and related issues.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative team setting.
Why Join Baxter Law in Bend, Oregon?
Joining Baxter Law means building a fulfilling career in family law while enjoying the exceptional quality of life in Bend—one of America's most desirable places to live.
- Outdoor Paradise: Surrounded by the Cascade Mountains and Deschutes National Forest, Bend offers world-class skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Bachelor, endless hiking and biking trails, river floating and kayaking on the Deschutes, rock climbing, and fishing—all with over 250-300 days of sunshine annually.
- Vibrant Yet Relaxed Community: A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with low crime, excellent schools, dog-friendly parks and businesses, and a strong sense of community in a city of just over 100,000.
- Thriving Food and Craft Beer Scene: Known as Oregon's "Beer Capital" with dozens of craft breweries, outstanding restaurants, food trucks, and coffee shops offering diverse culinary experiences.
- True Work-Life Balance: Short commutes (average ~15 minutes), clean high-desert air, and a slower pace far from big-city stress—perfect for raising a family or pursuing personal passions.
- Competitive Benefits: We offer a competitive salary based on experience, health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, professional development and mentorship, and flexible scheduling to fully embrace Bend's outdoor lifestyle.
If you're passionate about family law and ready to grow your career in one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the U.S., we want to hear from you!
