Litigation Associate - Financial Services

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join the Litigation Practice Group in St. Louis, MO. The role involves commercial litigation in financial services, securities, and complex financial transactions, with a focus on FINRA arbitration and financial services regulatory matters. Missouri law license required. Eligible for hybrid work post-onboarding.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through discovery and trial preparation.
• Attend depositions, settlement conferences, and other hearings.
• Prepare motions, discovery responses, and client reports.
• Assist in trial preparation including strategy, discovery, records review, client interview, and witness preparation.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of litigation-based practice required.
• Experience with financial services regulatory and compliance matters preferred.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Missouri law license required.

Skills

• Strong focus on FINRA arbitration.
• Ability to manage complex financial transactions.

Benefits

• Hybrid work eligibility after onboarding.