Criminal Defense Associate Attorney (MO/IL)

Combs Waterkotte; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Combs Waterkotte in St. Louis, Missouri, is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to provide legal services in criminal defense. Responsibilities include representing clients at court hearings, developing case strategies, conducting legal research, and drafting documents. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor degree and an active license in Missouri and Illinois, alongside strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package provided, including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of attorney experience in criminal defense or related fields.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal counsel and representing clients at various stages of criminal cases.
• Attending court hearings and managing contested sentencings.
• Developing comprehensive case strategies and preparing for trials.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Missouri AND Illinois

Job description

Combs Waterkotte in St. Louis, Missouri, is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to provide legal services in criminal defense. Responsibilities include representing clients at court hearings, developing case strategies, conducting legal research, and drafting documents. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor degree and an active license in Missouri and Illinois, alongside strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package provided, including paid time off and health insurance.