Lead Litigation Attorney & Team Manager - Onsite

NextStep Recruiting; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NextStep Recruiting has partnered with a legal services organization to identify a Managing Attorney in St. Louis, MO.

This onsite role will lead a team of attorneys while overseeing litigation operations, mentoring legal staff, and ensuring high-quality legal services. This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys leading others, developing talent, and balancing legal strategy with operational oversight.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Bar license and JD.
• Minimum 1 year of law practice.
• Experience with creditors' rights, collections, or civil litigation.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop attorneys and staff.
• Experience managing litigation, court appearances, and legal strategy.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of attorneys and oversee litigation operations.
• Mentor legal staff and develop talent across the practice.
• Ensure high-quality legal services and strategic alignment with operational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

NextStep Recruiting has partnered with a legal services organization to identify a Managing Attorney in St. Louis, MO.

This onsite role will lead a team of attorneys while overseeing litigation operations, mentoring legal staff, and ensuring high-quality legal services. This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys leading others, developing talent, and balancing legal strategy with operational oversight.