Associate Litigation Attorney

Description:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
• Work closely with other attorneys and support staff on legal projects
• Drafting/reviewing/responding to discovery requests
• Preparing and responding to motions and legal memoranda
• Conducting and/or defending depositions
• Court appearances
• Meeting with clients, attorneys, and witnesses
• Performing legal research

• 5 years' experience
• Admission to Missouri Bar
• Admission to Illinois Bar
• Proven ability to write and present well-reasoned legal arguments
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Self-starter who takes ownership of executing tasks
• Ability to manage and prioritize complex caseload
• Effective team player
• Strong work ethic