Senior Associate Attorney
About The Position
Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 6–10 years of experience for its St. Louis office. The attorney will participate in all stages of toxic tort and civil litigation cases and make court appearances as part of a team of seasoned attorneys. The role involves managing litigated claims, preparing cases for trial, and developing case-specific defense strategies. Candidates should have substantial deposition experience and be able to draft critical motions and written discovery, participate in pretrial motions and discovery disputes, and work independently within a strong team. A writing sample must be attached to the application.
Requirements
- Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of Missouri.
- 7–10 years of experience in defense litigation.
- Substantial deposition experience.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and meeting strict deadlines.
- Client-focused mentality.
- Self-starter able to handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines.
- Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team.
- Attach a writing sample to the application.
Nice To Haves
- Toxic tort experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of litigated claims and prepare them for trial, including developing case-specific defense strategies.
- Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
- Analyze discovery, medical records, expert defense strategy, and motion practice.
- Research legal issues and investigate people, businesses, and worksites.
- Draft briefs, memoranda, and client updates.
- Participate in all stages of cases and make court appearances.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including potential quarterly bonuses, year-end bonuses, and referral incentives.
- Hybrid work arrangement.
- Mentorship by experienced partners.
- Work and social activities with the firm’s local and national attorneys.
- Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm.
- Marketing allowance.
- 401(k) plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- HSA and FSA plans.
- Company-provided life insurance.
- Company-paid long-term disability coverage and available short-term disability coverage.
- Parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
