Associate Attorney needed for Springfield office

Profile

Job Overview

A law firm in Springfield, MO, is seeking a highly motivated associate attorney to lead the defense of clients in Missouri workers' compensation cases. The ideal candidate will manage their caseload and staff, conduct trials and appeals independently, and contribute to client-focused activities such as educational presentations and newsletter articles.

Job Details

• Position: Associate Attorney
• Location: Springfield, MO

Duties

• Take a leadership role, overseeing your staff as the team leader in defending clients in Missouri Workers' Compensation cases.
• Manage a diverse caseload independently, including conducting trials and appeals.
• Conduct depositions and draft legal documents.
• Draft concise research articles for the firm's client newsletter.
• Deliver educational presentations to clients.
• Actively participate in client-oriented activities.
• Maintain a profound understanding of evolving legal landscapes.

Requirements

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri.
• Preference is given to attorneys with prior experience in Workers’ Compensation law.

Skills

• Proficient in crafting persuasive arguments, both in writing and speech.
• Skilled at uncovering critical legal insights and evidence.
• Exceptional at dissecting complex legal issues with keen analytical thinking.
• Effective at building strong relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Capable of managing multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Skilled in achieving favorable settlements through effective negotiation.
• Diligent in spotting even the most minor particulars.
• Adept at orchestrating tasks for maximum productivity.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment, inspiring support staff and paralegals to meet deadlines and expectations.

Benefits Offered

• 401(k) with matching
• Performance-based bonus
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance with full employer-paid premium
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Recruitment bonus for recruiting new staff or attorneys to the firm
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retirement with employer match
• Vision, dental, and other ancillary benefits
• Mentorship offered by a local Partner Attorney
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Travel expense and meal reimbursement

Company info

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