Litigation Associate #ESF6715
About The Position
Work on diverse, high-impact civil and business litigation cases Join an AV-rated firm recognized for excellence and integrity Gain hands-on trial and appellate experience Collaborate with experienced attorneys across varied practice areas Be part of a client-focused, efficient, and respected legal team What you will be doing: Handle a diverse caseload under the supervision of senior attorneys Conduct thorough factual investigations of actual and potential claims Perform comprehensive legal research and draft well-reasoned and well-articulated legal memorandums, motions, and briefs Prepare high-quality pleadings, motions, and discovery materials, demonstrating extreme attention to detail, high quality of prose, and meaningful contribution toward strategic goals Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts Represent clients in court proceedings and argue effectively before judges Assist in trial preparation, including witness preparation and evidence organization Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop effective litigation strategies Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to Missouri Bar (additional Kansas Bar admission soon after hiring)
- 2–4+ years of experience practicing law following bar admission (prior civil litigation experience is a plus)
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Strong time management and organizational abilities
- Proficiency in legal research and writing
- Strategic and analytical thinking with attention to detail and the 'big picture'
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Willingness to travel, albeit infrequently
Nice To Haves
- prior civil litigation experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Handle a diverse caseload under the supervision of senior attorneys
- Conduct thorough factual investigations of actual and potential claims
- Perform comprehensive legal research and draft well-reasoned and well-articulated legal memorandums, motions, and briefs
- Prepare high-quality pleadings, motions, and discovery materials, demonstrating extreme attention to detail, high quality of prose, and meaningful contribution toward strategic goals
- Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts
- Represent clients in court proceedings and argue effectively before judges
- Assist in trial preparation, including witness preparation and evidence organization
- Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop effective litigation strategies
- Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation
Benefits
- Competitive Pay & Benefits!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
