Senior Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate Attorney with 4-7 years of litigation experience in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic record and excellent credentials.

Duties

• Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances to determine case ramifications.
• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Analyze probable case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify legal proceedings bases.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies for case presentations.
• Advise clients on business transactions, claim liability, and legal rights.
• Examine legal data to assess lawsuit advisability.
• Supervise legal assistants.
• Gather evidence through client and witness interviews.
• Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals.
• Select jurors, argue motions, and question witnesses during trials.
• Negotiate civil dispute settlements.
• Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
• Present evidence in criminal or civil litigation.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to law practice.
• Prepare and draft legal documents.
• Examine public and legal records to write opinions or establish ownership.
• Act as agent, trustee, guardian, or executor for businesses or individuals.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic record and excellent credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in legal research and case management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306