Senior Litigation Associate Attorney – Complex Civil Litigation

Pay: $ - $ per year

• Work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation involving challenging legal issues and meaningful client impact.
• Take ownership of your cases with hands-on involvement in strategy, depositions, motions, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with experienced litigators who value strong advocacy, teamwork, and professional excellence.
• Advance your litigation career with opportunities to sharpen your courtroom skills and take on greater responsibility.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while being part of a collaborative, client-focused legal team.

Kansas City, MO | Hybrid

Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while maintaining a regular in-office presence to collaborate with our talented litigation team.

Candidates must have 3+ years of litigation experience
, preferably involving complex civil litigation, along with a J.D. and active Missouri Bar membership or eligibility for prompt admission. Judicial clerkship and trial experience are highly valued but not required.

Confidential Employer.

We're a litigation-focused law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal representation and personalized client service. Our team handles sophisticated disputes and values strategic thinking, collaboration, and professional growth. We provide an environment where talented attorneys can do meaningful work and continue developing their skills.

• Manage complex litigation matters from initial case strategy through resolution.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, briefs, and other court filings.
• Take and defend depositions, oversee discovery, and work with witnesses and experts.
• Develop litigation strategies alongside partners and clients.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, trials, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and provide practical, strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with colleagues and help mentor junior attorneys.

• 3+ years of relevant litigation experience, ideally involving complex civil or criminal matters.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and Missouri Bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Strong legal writing, motion practice, discovery, and deposition experience.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases, deadlines, and client relationships.
• Judicial clerkship, trial, or arbitration experience is a plus.

• Meaningful Work: Handle challenging cases and make a direct impact on client outcomes.
• Professional Growth: Expand your litigation expertise through substantive responsibility and collaboration.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team that values thoughtful advocacy, excellent work, and mutual respect.
• Work-Life Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work arrangement combining flexibility with teamwork.
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary of $160,000 to $180,000
  , depending on experience and qualifications.

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• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance