Associate Attorney needed for Kansas City office Job in Kansas City, MO Near Me - 371890 | BCGSearch.com

Associate Attorney needed for Kansas City office

Type Full-Time

Location Missouri - Kansas City

Job ID WHXV371890

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 1 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas LitigationGeneral Practice - Transactional & LitigationEmployment Law - GeneralLitigation - Commercial

2025-04-21 03:24:54
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Job Overview

A prominent law firm is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its Kansas City office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing litigation matters from pre-suit through resolution. This role is suited for attorneys who are detail-oriented, strategic thinkers, and eager to grow within a collaborative legal team. Strong research, drafting, and courtroom skills are essential, with preference given to candidates licensed in Missouri and additional states such as Kansas or Illinois.

Location

  • Kansas City, Missouri

Duties

  • Manage a caseload involving pre-suit, litigation, and post-suit matters

  • Draft legal pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and related filings

  • Conduct legal and factual research on case-related issues

  • Analyze legal claims and defenses to develop strategic approaches

  • Communicate with clients, legal teams, and firm partners with timely updates

  • Represent clients in court hearings and depositions

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice law in Missouri

  • Licensure in Kansas, Illinois, or other states is a plus

  • Courtroom experience preferred

  • Strong written and oral communication abilities

  • Ability to manage cases independently and work collaboratively in a team setting

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

  • Active and in-good-standing membership with the Missouri State Bar

  • Additional bar memberships in Kansas or Illinois preferred

Skills

  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

  • Strong client communication and interpersonal skills

  • Effective time management and organizational capabilities

  • Ability to handle litigation from start to finish with professionalism

Benefits

  • Bonus opportunities based on performance

  • High-quality medical and dental insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • CLE, marketing, and networking support

  • Bar dues covered by the firm

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

04-21-2025

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