Associate Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Associate Attorney (Full Time) - Kansas City, MO

Litchfield Cavo LLP - Premier Insurance Coverage and Litigation Defense Law Firm

Opportunity for experienced Litigation Attorney with 7+ years of experience in civil litigation defense. Must be licensed in Missouri and Kansas state and federal courts. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered in a dynamic work environment.

- Requisition ID: 1067
- Full-time position with growing law firm
- Opportunity for professional development
- Broad experience in insurance defense preferred
- Experience in employment, banking, intellectual property, and construction litigation a plus
- Strong legal research and analytical skills required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organization and prioritization skills essential
- Knowledge of state and federal court procedures necessary
- Responsible for managing multiple case files
- Draft, prepare, and handle legal documents and correspondence
- Conduct legal research and prepare for depositions and court appearances
- Support staff, technology, and training provided by the firm
- Equal opportunity employer promoting workforce diversity
- Click the link to apply now

The Role of an Associate Attorney at Litchfield Cavo LLP

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm with 23 offices nationwide. We prioritize client service and value open and honest communication, integrity, and professionalism among our team of attorneys and staff. Our Kansas City, MO office is currently seeking a highly-motivated Associate Attorney to join our team.

Opportunity for Growth

We offer a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking firm and defend matters throughout the United States for various clients.

Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years' experience in the defense of civil litigation and be licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas state and federal courts. Additional state admissions are a plus. Strong legal research and analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail are essential for success in this role. The ability to manage multiple case files in a busy environment and knowledge of state and federal court procedures are also necessary.

Responsibilities

As an Associate Attorney, you will be responsible for handling a substantial caseload of litigation. This includes drafting, preparing, and handling pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda, as well as conducting legal research and preparing for depositions and court appearances. You will also be expected to review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence, and assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.

Join Our Team

At Litchfield Cavo LLP, we provide our attorneys with a supportive work environment, including an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote workforce diversity. Click the link to apply and become part of our dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

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Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, flexible spending account, health savings account, employee assistance program, commuter benefits

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Legal research, analytical skills, written and verbal communication, attention to detail, organization, prioritization, knowledge of state and federal court procedures

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Please click the link to apply

Qualification and Experience Licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas state and federal courts, additional state admissions a plus

Legal