Job Title: Senior Litigation Associate

Location: St Louis, MO 63105

Salary/Payrate: $120K-$175K annually, bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: Hybrid (2 days WFH)

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

JD degree required: Yes

Licensed in Missouri required: YES

Licensed in Illinois: HIGHLY PREFERRED

Minimum billable hour requirement: 160 per month

JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-CB1

Our client is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Litigation Associate to join our litigation team. This position is ideal for a candidate with five or more years of defense litigation experience, particularly in product liability and transportation-related litigation. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex cases, providing strategic legal counsel, and representing clients in state and federal courts.

Responsibilities:

• Defense Litigation: Manage and handle complex defense litigation matters, focusing primarily on product liability and transportation-related cases.
• Deposition Experience: Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses, experts, and other parties in litigation.
• Motions Practice: Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment and motions to dismiss, in both state and federal courts.
• Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing timely updates, strategic advice, and practical solutions to complex legal issues.
• Case Strategy: Collaborate with senior partners and colleagues to develop and implement case strategies, providing insight on legal risks and opportunities.
• Legal Research & Writing: Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare clear, concise, and persuasive legal documents, including briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Litigation Support: Oversee junior associates and legal support staff in the preparation of discovery, trial preparation, and other litigation-related tasks.
• Court Appearances: Represent clients at pre-trial hearings, conferences, depositions, and trials.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other practice groups within the firm to provide seamless service to clients and support for broader litigation initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Licensing: Must be licensed to practice law in Missouri. Illinois licensure is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in defense litigation, with a focus on product liability and transportation-related litigation.
• Litigation Skills: Strong experience in taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing dispositive motions, and trial preparation.
• Analytical & Writing Skills: Exceptional analytical and writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle complex legal matters efficiently and effectively.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Client Focus: A passion for client service, with a proactive approach to addressing client needs and fostering long-term relationships.

Preferred Skills:

• Trial Experience: Experience in managing and/or participating in trials is highly preferred but not required.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining strong individual accountability.
• Leadership Potential: Demonstrated leadership abilities or interest in mentoring junior attorneys and staff.