Commercial Litigation Attorney

gpac; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus opportunities

Mentorship

Complex litigation work

Job summary

gpac is representing a well-established St. Louis law firm seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join its growing practice. This position offers the chance to handle sophisticated business disputes, draft pleadings, participate in depositions, and work closely with seasoned partners.

Missouri bar admission is required; Illinois licensure is a plus, and a competitive benefits package, bonus opportunities, and mentorship are offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri (required).
• Illinois licensure is strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience handling business disputes, discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while providing exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters through all stages of the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Handle written discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Participate in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues on complex litigation matters.

Skills

3+ years of commercial litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

A well-established St. Louis law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to handle sophisticated business disputes while working alongside an experienced and collaborative litigation team.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters through all stages of the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Handle written discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Participate in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues on complex litigation matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri (required).
• Illinois licensure is strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience handling business disputes, discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while providing exceptional client service.

Compensation

• Competitive benefits package.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Professional development and mentorship.
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-quality commercial litigation matters with a respected St. Louis firm.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.