Associate Attorney

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

Job summary

A mid-size Chicago-based firm seeks 'Associate Attorneys' for its St. Louis office, specializing in insurance defense. This hands-on role involves managing litigation caseloads, preparing legal documents, and advocating in court, providing a balanced and flexible working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Parental leave

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in Missouri.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Review, analyze, and draft discovery requests.
• Prepare and argue motions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Legal writing

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Sinars Slowikowski LLC

A mid-size Chicago-based insurance defense firm has an immediate opening for Associate Attorneys in both our Chicago and St. Louis offices to handle local and national accounts. Admission to practice in Missouri is required, with preference given to candidates also admitted to the Illinois, Texas, Missouri, California, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa bar. Our firm’s expertise spans toxic tort, complex product liability, general liability, and professional liability. We pride ourselves on a team-based approach to litigation, offering a level of customer service, flexibility, and responsiveness not often found in larger firms.

Position Overview: This is a hands-on role requiring strong case management skills, precision in legal writing, and professionalism in depositions and court hearings across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be hard-working, motivated, and capable of independent work. Ideal candidates will possess excellent analytical and critical reasoning skills, the ability to think strategically under pressure, and a client-focused mentality.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Review, analyze, and draft discovery requests.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Provide trial preparation and support.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Attend court hearings and trials.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Candidate Requirements:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in Missouri (secondary admission to Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, Texas, Washington, Oregon, or California bar preferred).
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Lead experience in plaintiff and expert depositions preferred.
• Capable of independent work.
• Highly organized and efficient.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Strong analytical skills.

Compensation and Benefits Overview: $90,000-$120,000 (DOE)

The pay offered for this role may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible employees may also receive bonus opportunities and other forms of compensation, contributing to a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits offerings may differ based on location.

In addition to monetary compensation, employees are provided with a robust selection of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical insurance plans (PPO BCO, PPO HSA (with an HSA contribution up to $2000), and HMO provided by BCBSIL)
• Dental insurance plans (PPO and HMO provided by Guardian)
• Vision insurance plan (PPO provided by EyeMed)
• Access to a retirement savings plan (We match 100% of the first 3% of salary deferral plus 50% of the next 2% of salary deferral)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Other leave programs

Eligibility Requirements:

Participation in certain compensation programs and benefits is subject to specific eligibility criteria, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

Application Requirements: Please submit the following:

• Resume
• Salary Expectations/Requirements
• Writing Sample
• Transcripts
• References

Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Military status, or Veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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