Litigation Associate - Kansas City, MO

Fox Rothschild; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Rothschild has an opening in the Kansas City, MO office for a Litigation Associate with three to five years of general commercial litigation experience. This position offers meaningful client interaction, substantial responsibility, and the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

We are looking for someone who brings hands-on litigation experience and a genuine passion for client service.

Qualifications

• JD required; licensed to practice law in MO.
• Strong academic credentials and top-tier writing/research skills.
• Experience in general commercial litigation across diverse matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in general commercial litigation matters.
• Interact with clients and manage case strategy and development.
• Take and defend depositions, draft and argue motions.
• Represent clients at hearings and trial where applicable.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

General commercial litigation

Depositions

Motions

Trial experience

Large law firm experience

Client service

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Missouri bar license

Job description

With bold growth in recent years, Fox Rothschild brings together over 1,000 attorneys nationally. We offer the reach and resources of a full-service law firm combined with the personal touch and connections of a boutique firm. We are invested in ensuring our associates receive enriching experiences and collaborative mentorship, along with skills and business development opportunities that will propel them forward in their career development.

Description:

Fox Rothschild has an opening in the Kansas City, MO office for a Litigation Associate with three to five years of general commercial litigation experience. This position offers meaningful client interaction, substantial responsibility, and the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We are looking for someone who brings hands-on litigation experience and a genuine passion for client service. We are not currently accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate (JD) required. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills required.
• Experience in general commercial litigation, including contracts, workplace policy and litigation, intellectual property disputes, commercial disputes, construction matters, real estate, insurance matters, food manufacturing, aviation, and surety.
• Experience with demand letters, discovery, case development, and real-time case strategy.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, including expert depositions.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions.
• Trial experience a plus but not required.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Compensation & Benefits

• For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits.

DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, among other factors, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, [e-mail].