Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney in Kansas City, MO.

Job Overview:

The Litigation Associate Attorney will manage various legal matters from inception to conclusion. They must demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing their career in litigation, possess excellent communication skills, and adhere to the highest ethical standards of the legal profession.

Duties:

• Simultaneously handle high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression.
• Produce quality legal work and bill the hours to ensure excellent client services.
• Manage business and assist in generating business through group and individual efforts.
• Actively make decisions on client matters with consultation from other attorneys.
• Appropriately delegate tasks and embrace learning new skills, areas of law, and technology.
• Cooperatively work as a member of client teams and begin to lead teams in matters.
• Influence the awareness and adoption of the Firm's values and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Provide solutions and support while demonstrating respect for colleagues and clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Graduate of a Top 25 law school or graduate in the top 10% of the graduating class from an accredited law school; positions in the law school’s premier law journal are a plus.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Missouri; must maintain applicable license renewal and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements.
• 2 years of experience as a licensed attorney at a law firm or clerking.
• Preferred: 3-5 years of experience as a licensed attorney at a law firm.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and productively.
• Interest in advancing a career in litigation.
• Professional written and oral communication skills.
• Leadership and teamwork abilities.

Independent lawyering with top of the market pay, this firm offers flexible hours, a good work/life balance, and diverse clientele. This firm entrusts its associates to take on a work load of their choice and provides a collegial environment to do so. This firm also values diversity, receiving a perfect score on the 2017 Corporate Equality Index.