Associate Attorney

W3Global; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global seeks an Associate Attorney for its AV-rated litigation practice in St. Louis, MO. The position offers meaningful courtroom experience, direct client interaction, hands-on litigation, and mentorship for a long-term legal career.

Ideal candidates possess a J.D. from an accredited law school and Missouri Bar admission, with optional federal/Illinois licensure. 0-5 years of litigation experience is considered, with strong research, writing and advocacy skills prized.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri Bar license required.
• Federal court and Illinois licensure is a plus, or willingness to obtain.
• 0-5 years of litigation experience; clerkship or internship acceptable.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, organized and client-focused.
• Trial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Appear in court for hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Participate in discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery and taking or defending depositions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in bench and jury trials.
• Develop practical and cost-effective legal strategies.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, ethics, and client service.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Time management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Position Overview

An established, AV-rated litigation law firm is seeking a motivated and client-focused

An established, AV-rated litigation law firm is seeking a motivated and client-focused Associate Attorney to join its litigation practice. This opportunity offers meaningful courtroom experience, direct client interaction, hands-on litigation experience, and mentorship while developing a long-term legal career.

Location

St. Louis, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Appear in court for hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Participate in discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery and taking or defending depositions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in bench and jury trials.
• Develop practical and cost-effective legal strategies.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, ethics, and client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri Bar license required.
• Federal court and Illinois licensure is a plus, or willingness to obtain.
• 0-5 years of litigation experience; judicial clerkship or relevant internship experience will also be considered.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, organized, and client-focused.
• Trial experience is a plus.