Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its team, focusing on commercial, retail, and medical collection cases. The role provides substantial courtroom exposure with regular opportunities to cover dockets, motions, and trials throughout Missouri. This is a dynamic opportunity for an attorney to engage in comprehensive legal work without billable hour requirements, allowing a strong focus on quality and impact.

Duties

• Represent the firm in court, covering dockets, motions, and trials statewide.
• Review and assess new claims and pleadings with attention to legal detail.
• Conduct negotiations with consumers and consumer attorneys.
• Perform in-depth legal research to stay current on relevant legal standards and updates.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and responses for contested cases and trials.
• Maintain adherence to ethical standards and legal compliance throughout all casework.

Requirements

• Active Missouri Bar admission.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure in Illinois and/or Kansas is preferred but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law institution.

Certifications

• Active Missouri State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong courtroom presence and experience in litigation.
• Proficiency in legal research and document drafting.
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage client interactions.
• Commitment to professional integrity and ethical standards.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and a flexible schedule for better work-life balance.

This full-time role provides a unique opportunity for a motivated attorney to engage directly in the legal process, making a substantial impact within the team and for clients. Those passionate about quality legal representation and courtroom advocacy are encouraged to apply.

This full-service collection law firm provides comprehensive legal services to clients. Its core practice areas include bankruptcy, consumer collections and litigation, commercial collections and litigation, consumer protection law defense, deficiency collection and litigation, foreclosure, and replevin. The firm's broad client base includes private and public companies, health care providers, government entities, debt purchasers, and individuals. Its offices are located in Saint Louis and Kansas City, Missouri.