Litigation Associate Attorney

Job overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with three to five years of experience to join their team in St. Louis, Missouri. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing and oral advocacy skills, along with a solid academic background.

Duties

• Manage pleadings, motions, and briefings on complex legal matters.
• Handle e-discovery processes and fact development efficiently.
• Conduct and defend depositions with confidence.
• Address complex legal and logistical issues strategically.
• Provide analytical solutions to client challenges.

Requirements

• Three to five years of litigation experience.
• Active Missouri license or eligibility for admission to the Missouri bar.
• Strong interpersonal skills and maturity.
• Willingness to learn and manage a challenging workload.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Missouri or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex litigation matters.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong client service commitment.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.