Associate Attorney

Rehrig International; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Job summary

A mid-size insurance defense firm in St. Louis seeks Associate Attorneys to manage litigation caseloads and handle motions and depositions. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor, be admitted to practice in Missouri, and have 1–5 years of litigation experience. A competitive salary range of $90,000–$130,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits. This position values hard-working, organized individuals who can work independently and have strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in Missouri, secondary admission to other states preferred.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong case management skills

Precision in legal writing

Excellent analytical skills

Ability to multi-task effectively

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

A mid-size Chicago-based insurance defense firm has an immediate opening for Associate Attorneys in our St. Louis office to handle local and national accounts. Admission to practice in Missouri is required, with preference given to candidates also admitted to the Illinois, Texas, 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.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Provide trial preparation and support.
• Investigate facts.
• 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, Texas, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa 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–$130,000 (DOE). The compensation offered for this role will vary based on factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses and other forms of compensation, contributing to a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits offerings may vary by location.

• Comprehensive medical insurance plans (two PPO options and a PPO with HSA all provided by BCBSIL)
• Dental insurance plans (PPO provided by Guardian)
• Vision insurance (PPO plan provided by EyeMed)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% of salary deferral, plus 50% of the next 2%)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Commuter benefits
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Additional 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, military status, or veteran status.