Associate Attorney needed for Olivette office

A law firm in Olivette, MO, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 0-2 years of experience. The ideal candidate will handle various legal tasks including drafting/responding to discovery requests, preparing legal memoranda, conducting legal research, and performing medical analysis. The candidate should have an interest in civil litigation defense. Admission to the Missouri Bar is required, and admission to the Illinois Bar is preferred. The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including 401(k) plan, professional development opportunities, CLE credits, and more.

Duties:

• Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to motions and legal memoranda.
• Conduct background checks and medical analysis.
• Schedule meetings with clients, attorneys, and expert witnesses.
• Perform legal research on case-related issues.
• Write case analyses and reports to clients.
• Present well-reasoned legal arguments.
• Manage and prioritize complex caseload.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.

Requirements:

• 0-2 years of legal experience.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar (preferred).
• Interest in civil litigation defense.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Proven ability to write and present well-reasoned legal arguments.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Effective team player.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Missouri Bar.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar (preferred).

Skills:

• Legal drafting and analysis.
• Discovery management.
• Legal research proficiency.
• Medical analysis.
• Client communication.
• Time management.
• Team collaboration.