Senior Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney in Kansas City, MO with 4-7 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record and excellent credentials, including a JD from an accredited law school and a license to practice law.

The role involves representing clients in court, analyzing case outcomes, and advising on business transactions. Candidates should be capable of supervising legal assistants, preparing briefs, and presenting cases to judges

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances to determine case ramifications.
• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Analyze probable case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify legal proceedings bases.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies for case presentations.
• Advise clients on business transactions, claim liability, and legal rights.
• Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals.
• Select jurors, argue motions, and question witnesses during trials.
• Negotiate civil dispute settlements.
• Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Legal research

Case management

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Licensed to practice law

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate Attorney with 4-7 years of litigation experience in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic record and excellent credentials.

Duties

• Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances to determine case ramifications.
• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Analyze probable case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify legal proceedings bases.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies for case presentations.
• Advise clients on business transactions, claim liability, and legal rights.
• Examine legal data to assess lawsuit advisability.
• Supervise legal assistants.
• Gather evidence through client and witness interviews.
• Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals.
• Select jurors, argue motions, and question witnesses during trials.
• Negotiate civil dispute settlements.
• Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
• Present evidence in criminal or civil litigation.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to law practice.
• Prepare and draft legal documents.
• Examine public and legal records to write opinions or establish ownership.
• Act as agent, trustee, guardian, or executor for businesses or individuals.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic record and excellent credentials.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in legal research and case management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.