Insurance Defense Litigation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance Defense Litigation Associate in Kansas City, MO, to join its dynamic litigation team. The role involves handling diverse responsibilities, including factual investigation, legal research, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills and strong time management abilities.

Duties

• Handle a diverse caseload under senior attorney supervision.
• Conduct thorough factual investigations of claims.
• Perform comprehensive legal research and draft legal memorandums, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare high-quality pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and argue motions.
• Assist in trial preparation, including witness and evidence organization.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on litigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to Missouri Bar; Kansas Bar admission preferred.
• 2-4+ years of experience practicing law post-bar admission.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strategic and analytical thinking with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel infrequently.

Education

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

Certifications

• Missouri Bar license (Required).
• Kansas Bar license (Preferred).

Skills

• Exceptional communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Company info

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