Civil Litigation Attorney (Defense)

Orionplacement; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid downtown parking

Parking

Job summary

Orion Placement in downtown St. Louis, MO, seeks an experienced civil defense litigator to join our on-site team.

You'll manage a range of civil defense matters, draft pleadings, handle discovery, and contribute to trial preparation with mentorship from seasoned trial attorneys. Candidates must be licensed in Missouri with 2+ years of civil defense litigation, including depositions and motions; Illinois bar a plus.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Experience taking depositions, drafting substantive motions, and tracking billable hours.
• Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively; Illinois Bar admission is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to a variety of civil defense litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, motions, briefs, and other essential litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in hearings and court proceedings.
• Develop effective litigation strategies through legal research, case analysis, and collaboration.
• Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues to move cases forward.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness examinations, and courtroom presentations.

Skills

Civil litigation

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Legal research

Communication skills

Independent case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Missouri Bar admission

Job description

Pay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your litigation career with an experienced team of trial attorneys who value your ideas, contributions, and professional growth.
• Gain meaningful hands-on experience with depositions, motions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Take ownership of interesting civil defense litigation matters while collaborating with accomplished attorneys.
• Enjoy a supportive, professional environment where your work makes a real impact.
• Benefit from comprehensive insurance coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and company-paid parking.
• Enjoy occasional work-from-home flexibility as you establish yourself with our team.

Location

Join us in downtown St. Louis, MO!

This is primarily an on-site opportunity that offers valuable in-person collaboration, mentorship, and courtroom experience. We also provide occasional remote flexibility based on business needs and established trust.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Missouri and have 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience, including hands-on motion practice, depositions, and billable-hour tracking.

About Us

Confidential Employer

We are an established civil defense litigation firm committed to delivering outstanding legal representation and building lasting client relationships. Our team combines practical legal strategies, strong trial advocacy, and a collaborative approach to achieving successful outcomes. We believe talented attorneys deserve meaningful responsibilities, opportunities to grow, and a team that supports their success.

Job Description

• Manage and contribute to a variety of civil defense litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, motions, briefs, and other essential litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in hearings and court proceedings.
• Develop effective litigation strategies through legal research, case analysis, and collaboration.
• Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues to move cases forward.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness examinations, and courtroom presentations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Experience taking depositions, drafting substantive motions, and tracking billable hours.
• Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively.
• Illinois Bar admission is a plus, but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great legal work starts with a strong team. You'll have the opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills, work alongside experienced attorneys, and contribute to meaningful cases. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and paid downtown parking.

JPC - 2718

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance