Litigation Attorney

DM Injury Law; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earning potential

Quarterly performance bonuses

401(k) with 4% match

Full health benefits from day one

Job summary

DM Injury Law is seeking a Litigation Associate in St. Louis, MO, with at least one year of personal injury litigation experience. You will manage cases from the claim process to trial while interacting with clients and insurance companies. The firm offers a unique compensation structure with uncapped earning potential, benefits from day one, and a commitment to supporting attorneys throughout their careers.

The role demands an active Missouri Bar license and strong communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of personal injury litigation experience preferred.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to providing compassionate client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff personal injury caseloads from claim through trial.
• Negotiate with insurance companies and defense counsel.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and settlement agreements.

Skills

Personal injury litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Active Missouri Bar license

Eligibility for Illinois Bar license

Job description

Litigation Associate — Personal Injury

DM Injury Law

Location: St. Louis, MO

Full‑time. Missouri Bar required. No billable hours. $130,000 – $170,000 total compensation. Uncapped origination bonus.

Total Compensation

Base salary plus quarterly performance bonus. High performers consistently earn above the range. Total comp grows with you — there is no cap.

Origination Bonus

Refer a case to the firm and earn one‑third of the firm's fee at resolution — on top of your regular compensation. Most firms reserve this for partners. We offer it to every attorney from day one.

About the Opportunity

DM Injury Law is one of the fastest‑growing personal injury firms in the Midwest — 70+ attorneys, 200 support staff, and offices across 10 markets including Kansas City, St. Louis, Denver, Omaha, and Oklahoma City. We've secured multi‑million dollar verdicts and settlements for clients across every market we serve.

This role sits inside our St. Louis office. You'll work side‑by‑side with our litigation team to tackle complex fact, legal, and logistical issues — managing cases from the claim process through trial. Our commitment to each client is a top daily priority, and we're looking for attorneys who share that same dedication.

70+ attorneys firm‑wide. 200+ support staff. 10 markets. $11M top verdict.

What You'll Do

• Manage plaintiff personal injury caseloads from the claim process through litigation and trial
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies and defense counsel
• Communicate and maintain positive client relationships throughout the life of each case
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and jury trials

What We’re Looking For

• Active Missouri Bar license — required
• At least one year of personal injury litigation experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant civil litigation background considered
• Eligibility to obtain Illinois Bar license (UBE score or reciprocity)
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills
• Committed to providing responsive and compassionate client service
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Growth & Leadership

• Team lead: Guide and support a group of attorneys day‑to‑day
• Department head: Own strategy and performance across a practice area
• Mentorship: Shape the next generation of attorneys at the firm
• New markets: Help open and build offices as the firm expands

Why DM Injury Law

• Uncapped earning potential: High performers earn above the range. Origination income adds directly on top — no ceiling.
• Origination from day one: One‑third of the firm's fee on every case you bring in. No partnership track required.
• No billable hour requirements: Contingency practice — you focus on client outcomes, not clock entries.
• Dedicated support staff: Paralegals, case managers, and intake behind every attorney.
• Quarterly bonus: Performance bonuses paid every quarter — not just once at year end.
• 401(k) with 4% match: Fully matched up to 4% — above the law firm average.
• Full benefits from day one: Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Sustainable caseloads: Realistic workloads by design. Long‑term career, not a burnout cycle.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DM Injury Law provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.