Defense Litigation Attorney 3+

Gpac; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Company-paid parking

Job summary

GPAC in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Associate Attorney with three or more years of experience to join its litigation team. The role offers hands-on experience representing clients and collaborating with senior attorneys through all phases of litigation.

You will support active matters, assist with case strategy, and contribute to trial preparation in a fast-paced environment. Missouri bar admission is required, and Illinois admission is a plus.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Missouri is required.
• Illinois admission is preferred but not required.
• Eligibility to practice before applicable state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates and maintain strong client relationships.
• Draft and review legal documents, including discovery, motions, pleadings, and briefs throughout the life of a case.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and assist in developing case strategy.
• Attend and assist at hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Support trial preparation, including witness examination, opening statements, trial motions, exhibits, and jury instructions.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial.

Skills

Client communication

Litigation support

Case strategy development

Education

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

Job description

Associate Attorney

Location: St. Louis, MO

A well-established downtown St. Louis law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with three or more years of experience to join its litigation practice. This role offers hands-on experience representing clients and working closely with senior attorneys through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, hearings, and trial.

Position Overview

The Associate Attorney will support active litigation matters, assist with case strategy, and play an integral role in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is eager to develop strong litigation skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates and maintain strong client relationships
• Draft and review legal documents, including discovery, motions, pleadings, and briefs throughout the life of a case
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
• Gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and assist in developing case strategy
• Attend and assist at hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
• Support trial preparation, including witness examination, opening statements, trial motions, exhibits, and jury instructions
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Missouri is required
• Admission to practice in Illinois is preferred but not required
• Eligibility to practice before applicable state and federal courts

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Company-paid parking in a conveniently located downtown garage

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.

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.