Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid time off and float holiday

Paid parental leave

Paid bar dues

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Kansas City, KS, seeks an Associate Attorney licensed in Kansas and Missouri to handle court appearances and litigation on the eastern side of the state.

The role requires preparing for trials, drafting motions, and coordinating travel. You will communicate with clients and opposing counsel, manage case files, and ensure timely responses while adhering to ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required.
• Bar admission in KS and MO required.
• Willingness to travel and valid driver's license.
• Strong multitasking and communication skills.
• Experience in litigation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and attend court appearances within travel distance.
• Draft, review, and file mid-litigation motions and responses.
• Prepare for trials and arbitrations, including potential overnight stays.
• Communicate with consumers, employers, and attorneys to resolve accounts and suits.
• Request and manage court coverage placements as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Associate Attorney for its Kansas City, Kansas office. The candidate must be licensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri. The role involves court appearances and legal proceedings primarily on the eastern side of the state.DutiesPrepare and attend court appearances within travel distance.Request and manage court coverage placements as needed.Draft, review, and file mid-litigation motions and responses.Prepare for trials and arbitrations, including potential overnight stays.Communicate with consumers, employers, and attorneys to resolve accounts and suits.RequirementsLicensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri; additional licenses in other states are welcomed.Comfortable with court appearances and reliable transportation.Willingness to travel, with reimbursement for approved expenses.Strong multitasking, verbal, and written communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office.EducationJuris Doctor (JD) degree.CertificationsBar admission in Kansas and Missouri.SkillsStrong legal research and writing skills.Excellent organizational abilities.Effective communication and negotiation skills.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coverage.401K plan with company match.Company-paid life insurance.Short and long-term disability.Paid time off and float holiday.Paid parental leave.Paid bar dues.