Associate Insurance Defense Attorney – General Liability

Chartwell Law; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law seeks an Associate attorney in Kansas City, MO to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. The role emphasizes strategic counsel, court representations, and depositions, with strong research and drafting requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, an active license, and至少2 years of experience in the relevant practice group, along with excellent writing and advocacy abilities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant state; additional bar admissions are a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the applicable practice group.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with administrative proceedings, depositions, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills.
• Must be responsive and organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Representing clients in court, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration on cases.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.

Skills

Legal Research

Drafting

Litigation

Oral Advocacy

Independent Work

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Chartwell Law seeks an Associate attorney in Kansas City, MO to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. The role emphasizes strategic counsel, court representations, and depositions, with strong research and drafting requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, an active license, and至少2 years of experience in the relevant practice group, along with excellent writing and advocacy abilities.