Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

CLE training paid by firm

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney in Rolla, MO to support clients through the Social Security Disability process. You will prepare clients for hearings, represent them before administrative law judges, and draft appeals when needed.

Requirements include a JD and an active license in Missouri or Kansas, or the ability to obtain one within a month. 1–3 years of legal experience is preferred, with strong writing and research skills and excellent organization.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri or Kansas law license, or ability to obtain within one month of hire.
• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage a high caseload with attention to detail.
• Experience with Social Security Disability or appellate work is helpful but not required.
• 1–3 years of legal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clients for administrative hearings with professionalism and empathy.
• Represent clients during Social Security Disability hearings.
• Draft administrative appeals to the Appeals Council.
• Evaluate prospective clients to determine eligibility for representation.
• Maintain accurate records and manage deadlines using the firm's case management system.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Empathy in client interactions

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar license Missouri or Kansas

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Rolla for a full-time position. This role involves supporting clients through the Social Security Disability process, preparing them for hearings, representing them before administrative law judges, and drafting appeals when necessary.

Duties

• Prepare clients for administrative hearings with professionalism and empathy.
• Represent clients during Social Security Disability hearings.
• Draft administrative appeals to the Appeals Council.
• Evaluate prospective clients to determine eligibility for representation.
• Maintain accurate records and manage deadlines using the firm's case management system.

Requirements

• Active law license in Missouri or Kansas, or ability to obtain one within one month of hire.
• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage a high caseload with attention to detail.
• Experience with Social Security Disability law or appellate work is helpful but not required.
• 1 to 3 years of legal experience is preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Missouri or Kansas.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Empathy and professionalism in client interactions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with nationwide coverage.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• CLE training and attorney registration costs paid by the firm.
• Malpractice insurance provided.