Trial Attorney

Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee appreciation programs

Thought leader opportunities

Monthly swag program

High referral bonuses

Control your caseload

No requirement to generate business

Job summary

Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in Des Moines, IA seeks an experienced litigator to support our growing personal injury practice. The role requires at least one year of civil litigation experience and proven ability to manage state court matters.

Candidates must be admitted to the Iowa Bar; admission in additional jurisdictions is a plus. We offer a competitive, top-of-market salary, with traditional or production-based compensation, and extensive perks.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Litigation experience required (preferably civil litigation).
• Minimum of one year of litigation experience.
• Proven experience managing state court litigation (federal court experience strongly preferred).
• Excellent legal writing skills, including petitions, complaints, motions, and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with litigation in a vibrant and growing practice.
• Support management of state court litigation matters, with federal experience preferred.
• Develop business acumen alongside legal practice.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Business acumen

Job description

Why Work For Us

Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys is a rapidly growing personal injury law firm based in Alabama with offices across the nation. We handle complex cases and provide each attorney and staff with the support they need enabling us to best serve our clients. Our attorneys and staff pride themselves on their skill set, experience, compassion, and commitment. We are dedicated to giving our clients the utmost attention and care while fighting for them to get what they deserve.

At Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, we take a real approach. We are innovative, always finding ways to be better, and have a go‑getter mentality across the board. Each team member plays a critical role in our mission. We know our people are what makes us great. If you’re looking for a career where you can help make a difference in the lives of others alongside a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

What We Value

• Client Commitment
• Integrity
• A Will to Win
• Teamwork
• Personal Accountability
• Passion

What You’ll Do

Hair Shunnarah is looking for an all-star litigator with at least 1 year of experience to assist with our vibrant and growing practice.

What You Need

• 1 year of Litigation experience required (preferably civil litigation)
• Minimum of one year of litigation experience
• Proven experience managing state court litigation (federal court experience strongly preferred)
• Excellent legal writing skills, including petitions, complaints, motions, and briefs
• Interest in developing business acumen alongside legal practice
• Admission to the Iowa Bar required; admission in additional jurisdictions is a significant advantage

Compensation

We offer a competitive, top‑of‑market compensation structure with a base salary range of $85,000–$185,000, depending on experience, skill set, and performance.

Attorneys may choose a traditional salary model or transition to a production‑based compensation structure.

Our production‑based attorneys earn mid‑six to seven figures annually. We believe in sharing success, not concentrating profits at the top, and many salaried attorneys elect to move to production‑based compensation as their practice grows.

Other Perks

• Employee appreciation programs
• A caring leadership with proven trial experience
• Ongoing opportunities to become a thought leader in the industry
• Monthly swag program
• Super high referral bonuses (both for bringing in work and bringing in people)
• Ability to control your caseload
• No Requirement to Generate Business Ever!
• Way More Tech Forward Than Most Firms — if you can dream it up, we can hire someone to make it happen

Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].