Senior Associate Or Junior Partner-Level Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Associate or Junior Partner-Level Attorney to take on a leadership role in defending a diverse array of clients in Missouri Workers' Compensation cases. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing their own caseload, overseeing a dedicated staff, and ensuring the effective resolution of cases through trials, appeals, and negotiations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team, overseeing staff, and acting as the team leader in the defense of Missouri Workers' Compensation cases.
• Take depositions, conduct trials and appeals independently, and manage a high-impact caseload.
• Maintain a profound understanding of evolving legal landscapes and stay updated on relevant legal developments.
• Craft persuasive arguments, both in writing and speech, to effectively represent clients.
• Uncover critical legal insights and evidence to build compelling cases.
• Dissect complex legal issues with keen analytical thinking.
• Build strong relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently, ensuring thorough attention to detail.
• Achieve favorable settlements through effective negotiation.
• Orchestrate tasks for maximum productivity, inspiring support staff and paralegals to meet deadlines and expectations.

Requirements:

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri.
• Prior experience in Workers’ Compensation law is preferred.
• Preference is given to attorneys who bring forth their own base of clients.

Skills:

• Proficient in crafting persuasive arguments in both written and oral communication.
• Exceptional analytical thinking for dissecting complex legal issues.
• Effective negotiation skills for achieving favorable settlements.
• Strong attention to detail and diligence in spotting even the smallest particulars.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Skilled at building relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Adept at inspiring and leading a collaborative team.

Education and Certifications:

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri.

Benefits: The firm offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, performance-based compensation with the potential to earn up to an additional $22,500+ per year, a recruitment bonus, paid vacation/sick time, retirement with employer match, health insurance with a full employer-paid premium, vision, dental, and other ancillary benefits. Additionally, the firm provides mentorship by a local Partner Attorney, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and travel expense and meal reimbursement. There is also an opportunity for advancement within the organization.