Associate Attorney

Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC in Belleville, Illinois, is seeking an Associate Attorney for civil defense litigation. The position requires 0-2 years of experience in civil litigation defense, with Missouri Bar admission mandatory and Illinois Bar preferred. Candidates should excel at legal writing, communication, and managing a caseload. The firm offers robust benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in civil litigation defense.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar required; Illinois Bar preferred.
• Proven ability to write and present well‑reasoned legal arguments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a complex caseload effectively.
• Effective team player with a collaborative approach.
• Strong commitment to delivering high‑quality work.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to motions and legal memoranda.
• Conduct comprehensive background checks to support case development.
• Organize and manage meetings with clients, attorneys, and expert witnesses.
• Perform detailed legal research to support case strategies.
• Analyze and review medical records to build strong cases.
• Write clear and concise case analyses and reports.

Skills

Legal Writing and Presentation

Communication Skills

Self‑Motivated

Caseload Management

Team Player

Work Ethic

Job description

Associate Attorney - Civil Defense Litigation

Full job description

About Us

Are you ready to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our AV‑rated law firm specializes in civil defense litigation and is looking for top tier attorneys. We are passionate about providing top‑notch legal services and are looking to expand our team with dedicated Associate Attorneys. If you are eager to make a significant impact and advance your legal career, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive salary to attract top talent.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings: Take advantage of our 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Professional Development: We support your growth with ongoing professional development opportunities and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys in a supportive and collegial atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Discovery Management: Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests with precision.
• Legal Document Preparation: Prepare and respond to motions and legal memoranda, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.
• Background Investigations: Conduct comprehensive background checks to support case development.
• Client and Witness Coordination: Organize and manage meetings with clients, attorneys, and expert witnesses.
• In-Depth Legal Research: Perform detailed legal research to support case strategies.
• Medical Review: Analyze and review medical records to build strong cases.
• Case Analysis: Write clear and concise case analyses and reports for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in civil litigation defense.
• Bar Admission: Admission to the Missouri Bar is required; Illinois Bar admission is preferred but not required.
• Legal Writing and Presentation: Proven ability to write and present well‑reasoned legal arguments.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self‑Motivated: A self‑starter who takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion.
• Caseload Management: Ability to manage and prioritize a complex caseload effectively.
• Team Player: An effective team player with a collaborative approach.
• Work Ethic: Strong commitment to delivering high‑quality work.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Work Location

In person