Associate Attorney

Job description

Description A mid-size Chicago-based insurance defense firm has an immediate opening for Associate Attorneys in our St. Louis office to handle local and national accounts. Admission to practice in Missouri is required, with preference given to candidates also admitted to the Illinois, Texas, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa bar. Our firm’s expertise spans toxic tort, complex product liability, general liability, and professional liability. We pride ourselves on a team-based approach to litigation, offering a level of customer service, flexibility, and responsiveness not often found in larger firms. Position Overview: This is a hands-on role requiring strong case management skills, precision in legal writing, and professionalism in depositions and court hearings across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be hard-working, motivated, and capable of independent work. Ideal candidates will possess excellent analytical and critical reasoning skills, the ability to think strategically under pressure, and a client-focused mentality. Primary Responsibilities: - Independently manage a litigation caseload. - Review, analyze, and draft discovery requests. - Conduct depositions. - Prep...