Workers' Compensation Litigator - KS/MO

Synectics Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in the Midwest is seeking a seasoned workers' compensation attorney to join its Kansas office.

The role involves handling workers' compensation and civil litigation matters, building client relationships, and contributing to a collaborative, client-focused environment. The firm emphasizes mentoring, regular skills training, and increasing responsibility as part of a long-term career path for a Kansas- and Missouri-licensed attorney.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the Kansas and Missouri Bars required; admission to additional states is a plus.
• Experience in workers' compensation and/or civil litigation.
• Strong understanding of legal research and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to provide sound, practical legal advice.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and client-service skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle workers' compensation and civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Provide practical, strategic legal advice to clients and other stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research involving case law, statutes, regulations, and administrative rules.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Development of case strategies and advocacy for clients.
• Negotiate settlements and work toward favorable resolutions.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties.
• Manage multiple cases and competing deadlines while maintaining high-quality work product.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals across the firm.
• Continue developing substantive knowledge and litigation skills through mentoring and professional training.
• Contribute to a professional, supportive, and team-oriented workplace culture.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Case management

Independent work

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Synectics Inc. in the Midwest is seeking a seasoned workers' compensation attorney to join its Kansas office.

The role involves handling workers' compensation and civil litigation matters, building client relationships, and contributing to a collaborative, client-focused environment. The firm emphasizes mentoring, regular skills training, and increasing responsibility as part of a long-term career path for a Kansas- and Missouri-licensed attorney.