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While we receive submissions of candidates from third-party legal search firms, our posting of the positions on this Web site does not authorize search firms or other third parties to directly solicit candidates on the firm's behalf. In accordance with the NALSC Code of Ethics, candidates shall be referred only with prior authorization from a member of the Stoel Rives Recruiting Department. It is Stoel Rives LLP policy that all resumes and other contact regarding partner candidates be directed to Rebecca Whittall, Lawyer Recruiting Manager. There are no exceptions to this procedure and a placement fee will not be paid or a priority recognized for any resume sent to the Firm in any other manner. Search firms must have prior approval before submitting resumes. If you have any questions concerning our placement policies or wish to discuss a potential working relationship with the firm, please contact Rebecca Whittall, Lawyer Recruiting Manager in our Portland office.

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Boise, Idaho Office

Litigation Associate
Stoel Rives LLP is looking for an associate to join its Litigation Practice Group in Boise. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of litigation experience. Judicial Clerkship experience is not required, but beneficial. Strong academic credentials, writing skills and interpersonal skills are required. Membership in the Idaho bar is strongly preferred. Principals only. No recruiters please.

Minneapolis, Minnesota Office

Litigation Associate
Stoel Rives LLP is looking for an associate to join its dynamic Litigation Practice Group in Minneapolis. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of litigation experience, with an emphasis on employment law, preferred. Judicial Clerkship experience is a plus. Strong academic credentials, writing skills and interpersonal skills are required. Membership to the Minnesota bar is strongly preferred. Principals only. No recruiters please.

Portland, Oregon Office

Corporate Associate
Stoel Rives LLP seeks an associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join the firm’s Corporate, Securities and Finance practice group in Portland, Oregon. Law firm experience in securities, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate and other business entity work desired. Strong academic credentials, writing skills and interpersonal skills are required.

Real Estate Partner or Of Counsel
The Portland office seeks a real estate partner or of counsel with 8 plus years of experience to join our dynamic Real Estate, Land Use, and Construction practice. The successful candidate will possess significant transactional real estate law experience leading complex transactions. Candidate must be interested in and committed to attracting and growing real estate work regionally, particularly in Oregon, as part of a collaborative, multi-state, multi-discipline team.

Tax Associate
Stoel Rives LLP is seeking an entry level to junior associate to join the income tax group in its Portland office. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of federal, state and local income tax law experience. A Masters of Law in Taxation is strongly preferred. Strong academic credentials, writing skills and interpersonal skills are required. Membership in the Oregon bar is preferred.

Salt Lake City, Utah Office

Corporate Associate
The Salt Lake City office of Stoel Rives LLP seeks an associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join the firm’s Corporate, Securities and Finance practice group. Law firm experience in securities, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate and other business entity work desired. Strong academic credentials, writing skills and interpersonal skills are required.

Patent Prosecution Associate
Stoel Rives LLP seeks an associate attorney with 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience to join the firm's Salt Lake City, Utah office. Strong technical experience in electrical engineering is required. Excellent academic record, strong interpersonal skills, and USPTO registration also required.

Seattle, Washington Office

Employee Benefits Associate
Stoel Rives LLP is seeking an associate with 3 to 5 years of experience to join the employee benefits group in Seattle. In addition to strong academic credentials, client service skills and excellent writing ability, candidates must have experience with 401(k) and qualified retirement plans and welfare benefit plans. Familiarity with health care reform issues is a plus. Membership in the Washington Bar is preferred.