Hybrid Litigation Associate - High-Stakes Civil Defense

Orion Placement; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a skilled civil litigator for a confidential employer in St. Louis, MO. The role requires handling complex civil litigation from investigation through trial with opportunities for depositions and court appearances.

The ideal candidate holds an active Missouri Bar license with 3+ years of civil litigation experience; civil defense and maritime exposure are a plus. The position offers a hybrid schedule with remote work one day per week.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Bar license required.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Civil defense litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Jones Act, FELA, or maritime litigation experience is a plus.
• Deposition, courtroom, and trial preparation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex civil litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution or trial.
• Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research, discovery, and case strategy development.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in court proceedings.
• Prepare cases for hearings, mediations, settlements, and trials.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on sophisticated litigation, including civil defense and maritime-related matters.
• Develop strong client relationships and provide practical, strategic legal guidance.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Education

Missouri Bar license

Civil litigation experience (3+ years)

Illinois Bar admission (plus)

Civil defense experience (preferred)

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking a skilled civil litigator for a confidential employer in St. Louis, MO. The role requires handling complex civil litigation from investigation through trial with opportunities for depositions and court appearances.

The ideal candidate holds an active Missouri Bar license with 3+ years of civil litigation experience; civil defense and maritime exposure are a plus. The position offers a hybrid schedule with remote work one day per week.