Job Title: Litigation Associate Multiple Openings
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: St. Louis, Missouri (Remote flexibility available; must be based in St. Louis or nearby Illinois for court appearances)
Practice Areas: General Commercial Litigation, Asbestos Defense, Insurance Defense, Toxic Tort, Product Liability
Billable Requirement: 1,950 hours
Overview:
A nationally recognized litigation firm is expanding its St. Louis office and is seeking talented litigation attorneys at the associate and partner levels. With an established reputation in asbestos defense and complex litigation, the firm is committed to rebuilding its team and investing in local legal talent to strengthen its presence across Missouri and southern Illinois.
The firm offers flexible remote work arrangements, while maintaining a strong local litigation practice that requires court appearances in Madison County, St. Clair County, and the City of St. Louis.
Open Positions:
1. Litigation Associate Junior to Mid-Level
Experience: 28 years
Responsibilities:
Handle a variety of general litigation matters
Conduct depositions, draft motions, attend court hearings
Communicate with clients and co-counsel
Preferred Background:
Experience in asbestos, toxic tort, insurance defense, or product liability
Salary Range:
28years: $90,000 - $120,000
2. Senior Associate / Of Counsel
Experience: 812 years
Responsibilities:
Independently manage litigation dockets
Take the lead on hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
Oversee client communications and strategy
Preferred Background:
Prior trial exposure and courtroom leadership
Experience in toxic tort or related litigation fields
Salary Range: $120,000 $150,000 (commensurate with experience)
3. Partner-Level Attorney
Experience: 12+ years
Responsibilities:
Lead trial teams and manage complex litigation
Supervise junior attorneys and support staff
Contribute to business development and strategic office growth
Requirements:
Significant trial experience
A portable book of business is required
Leadership interest and the ability to step into a junior or managing partner role
Salary Range: upto $250,000 (dependent on book and leadership experience)
Team Environment:
Support staff includes junior associates and experienced paralegals
Close collaboration with engaged partners from other offices
Professional, collegial, and trial-focused environment
Interview Process:
Initial interview with recruiting partner
Panel interview with selected partners
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant experience. All inquiries will be handled with the strictest confidentiality.
Pay:$90,000.00 - $250,000.00