Description:

Opportunity | Associate Attorney
A Premier Defense Litigation Law Firm seeks a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with a minimum of 7 years' experience in the defense of civil litigation. Broad experience in Insurance Defense is a plus, as is experience in employment, banking, intellectual property and construction litigation. Must be licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas state and federal courts. Additional state admissions is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

Skills and Abilities:
The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

practice law in the state of Missouri and Kansas;
manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;
demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
excellent written and verbal communication skills;
strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
ability to move from case to case; and,
knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:

draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;
draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;
review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,
assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances;