Bilingual Associate Attorney

DM Injury Law; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earning potential

Origination income bonus

Quarterly bonuses

401(k) with match

Full benefits

Job summary

DM Injury Law in Kansas City is seeking a bilingual Associate Attorney – Personal Injury. This role requires Missouri Bar and fluency in English and Spanish, and involves managing personal injury caseloads, negotiations with insurers, and supervising staff.

Base salary plus quarterly performance bonus with uncapped origination income. One-third of the firm’s fee per case on top of regular compensation. No billable-hour requirements; supportive paralegals and case managers enhance efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least one year of civil practice experience is required.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to providing responsive and compassionate client service.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs - Excel, Word, and related tools.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury caseloads through the pre-litigation claim process.
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with and maintain positive relationships with English- and Spanish-speaking clients.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ensure accuracy of all documents prepared by you and your team.
• Provide direction and supervision to non-attorney staff in compliance with all laws and regulations.

Job description

Bilingual Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

[Missouri Bar required][English & Spanish required][$115K-$170K total comp][Uncapped origination bonus]

$115,000 - $170,000 Total Compensation

Base salary plus quarterly performance bonus. High performers consistently earn above the range. Total comp grows with you - there is no cap.

ORIGINATION BONUS - UNCAPPED, PAID ON EVERY CASE YOU BRING IN

Refer a case to the firm and earn one-third of the firm's fee at resolution - on top of your regular compensation. Most firms reserve this for partners. We offer it to every attorney from day one.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

DM Injury Law is one of the fastest-growing personal injury firms in the Midwest - 70+ attorneys, 200 support staff, and offices across 10 markets including Kansas City, St. Louis, Denver, Omaha, and Oklahoma City. Founded in 2013, the firm's growth has been driven by professional, compassionate legal representation for clients after life-altering personal injury events.

This role sits inside our Kansas City office. You'll collaborate with the legal team - sharing knowledge and expertise - to ensure the highest standard of legal services for every client. You'll also provide direction and supervision to non-attorney staff, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations. Fluency in both English and Spanish is required, as you'll serve a vital role in connecting our Spanish-speaking clients with the representation they deserve.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage personal injury caseloads through the pre-litigation claim process
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of clients
• Communicate with and maintain positive relationships with English- and Spanish-speaking clients
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Ensure accuracy of all documents prepared by you and your team
• Provide direction and supervision to non-attorney staff in compliance with all laws and regulations

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• At least one year of civil practice experience - required
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish - required
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills
• Committed to providing responsive and compassionate client service
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs - Excel, Word, and related tools
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in both languages

GROWTH & LEADERSHIP

Attorneys who want to lead find the opportunity here. Growth looks different for everyone - we build around what matters to you.

Team lead: Guide and support a group of attorneys day-to-day

Department head: Own strategy and performance across a practice area

Mentorship: Shape the next generation of attorneys at the firm

New markets: Help open and build offices as the firm expands

WHY DM INJURY LAW

• Uncapped earning potential: High performers earn above the range. Origination income adds directly on top - no ceiling.
• Origination from day one: One-third of the firm's fee on every case you bring in. No partnership track required.
• No billable hour requirements: Contingency practice - you focus on client outcomes, not clock entries.
• Dedicated support staff: Paralegals, case managers, and intake behind every attorney.
• Quarterly bonus: Performance bonuses paid every quarter - not just once at year end.
• 401(k) with 4% match: Fully matched up to 4% - above the law firm average.
• Full benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Work/life balance: Do the job you love, with great people, and no long or unpredictable hours.
• Sustainable caseloads: Realistic workloads by design. Long-term career, not a burnout cycle.

DM Injury Law provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.