Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Mentorship programs

Flexible work arrangements

Covered CLE and bar expenses

Marketing allowance

401(k)

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

An established law firm in Saint Louis is looking for a Litigation Associate to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in civil defense, particularly in toxic tort matters. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, participating in depositions, and engaging in strategic planning within a collaborative trial environment. The firm offers a hybrid work model, performance bonuses, and a supportive culture that fosters professional growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal setting and enjoy both courtroom and analytical work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Missouri and Illinois with 3-6 years of litigation experience.
• Proven ability to conduct depositions and draft complex motions.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation cases and formulate defense strategies.
• Conduct depositions and appear in court for various proceedings.

Skills

Legal research and writing

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving under pressure

Strong advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 3-6 years of experience in civil defense, ideally with exposure to toxic tort matters. The successful candidate will manage a litigation caseload, participate in depositions, court appearances, and strategic defense planning. This role is suited for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative trial team environment and enjoys a mix of courtroom and analytical litigation work.

Duties:

1. Oversee a portfolio of active civil litigation cases from initiation through resolution
2. Formulate and execute defense strategies tailored to individual claims
3. Conduct and defend depositions
4. Appear in court for motions, hearings, mediations, and pretrial proceedings
5. Review and analyze discovery materials, including medical documentation and expert reports
6. Research legal precedents, regulatory implications, and party histories
7. Draft legal briefs, internal memoranda, and client correspondence
8. Maintain communication with team members and clients
9. Participate in case strategy sessions with senior litigators and trial attorneys

Requirements:

• Licensed and in good standing in both Missouri and Illinois
• 3 to 6 years of litigation experience, particularly in defense matters
• Proven ability to conduct depositions and draft complex motions
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active bar admission in Missouri and Illinois

Skills:

• Legal research and writing
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving under pressure
• Strong advocacy and interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills with multiple deadlines
• Attention to detail and high-quality work delivery
• Comfort with remote and in-person litigation tasks

Job Location:

• Saint Louis, MO

The position offers a hybrid work model, performance bonuses, mentorship programs, flexible work arrangements, covered CLE and bar expenses, marketing allowance, 401(k), FSA/HSA, life insurance, disability coverage, parental leave, and access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Company info:

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Phone: [phone]
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