Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney in St. Louis, MO. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 4+ years of experience in civil litigation, with strong trial skills and a desire to work in a dynamic legal environment. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned attorneys and gain valuable experience in state and federal courts.

Duties

• Collaborate with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Prepare evidence, documents, and presentations for trial.
• Handle depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.

Requirements

• Two to four plus years of legal experience.
• Working knowledge of state and federal laws and procedures.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage large caseloads and multiple priorities.
• Commitment to excellent performance.

Education

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license in Missouri.
• Ability to become licensed in Illinois, Kansas, Iowa, or Nebraska.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with corporate professionals.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing.
• Pet Insurance.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.

Established around the mid-twentieth century, this premier law firm specializes in all aspects if workers' compensation, civil litigation defense, subrogation and collections law. It has three offices in the state of Missouri. Some of its key areas of practice are appellate resources, environmental law, workers' compensation, and employers' liability. The attorneys here are proactively involved in a number of community service endeavors throughout the year.