Business Litigation Attorney

Frankel Rubin Klein Payne & Pudlowski, P.C.; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Clayton, MO is seeking a Business Litigation Attorney with at least 5 years of experience. This role offers significant growth potential, including advancement to senior associate and potential partnership. The firm values loyalty, accountability, and a genuine concern for clients, fostering a collaborative environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear path to advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business litigation.
• Proven expertise in drafting legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage business litigation cases, including contract disputes.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings and motions.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide insights.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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Experience Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 5 Years)

About Us:

We are a well-established law firm committed to excellence in business litigation. We are seeking a talented Business Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic team in Clayton, MO. This role offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to advance to a senior associate position and potentially achieve partnership within the firm.

Core Values:

At Frankel Rubin Klein Payne & Pudlowski, PC, our core values guide everything we do:

• Loyalty: We build lasting relationships with our team, clients, and colleagues, committed to their best interests.
• Pursuit of the Best Solution: We strive to find the most effective and innovative legal solutions tailored to each client's unique situation.
• Genuine Concern for Others: We approach every case and client with empathy, understanding the personal stakes involved.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism and responsibility in our work.
• Unmatched Passion: We are driven by our love for the law and our desire to make a positive impact on our clients' lives.

Job Description:

We are looking for a motivated attorney with at least 5 years of experience in business litigation to handle complex cases from inception through resolution. The successful candidate will excel in drafting legal documents, conducting research, drafting discovery, conducting depositions, and assisting at trial, while thriving in a collaborative, in-office environment. This position is ideal for someone eager to take on increasing responsibilities, including court appearances, trials, and appeals, as their career progresses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage business litigation cases, including contract disputes, commercial conflicts, and corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide analytical insights to support case strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, including client preparation.
• Assist in trial preparation and participate in courtroom proceedings, including hearings and trials.
• Learn and oversee written discovery processes, including interrogatories, depositions, and document production.
• Appear in court for motions, trials, and appeals as experience grows, with mentorship provided.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and staff to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Missouri Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business litigation.
• Proven expertise in drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with a track record of high-quality work.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Experience attending court appearances and assisting at trial.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, in-office setting.
• Excellent organizational skills and a proactive approach to meeting deadlines.

Why Join Us?

You’ll find a supportive and collaborative environment designed for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a clear path to advancement, including potential partnership for high-performing attorneys.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and writing sample as a Word attachment to [e-mail].

Note: This position requires full-time in-office attendance at our Clayton, MO office.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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