Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $125,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Gain meaningful hands-on litigation experience with a diverse and engaging caseload.
• Build your courtroom, deposition, mediation, and trial skills while working alongside experienced attorneys.
• Enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.
• Take an active role in cases from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Grow your career with an established regional law firm that values flexibility, teamwork, and professional development.

Location: Kansas City Metro Area, KS/MO | Primarily On-Site with Flexibility

We offer a collaborative office environment with flexibility to help our attorneys maintain a healthy work-life balance. New team members are encouraged to spend most of their time in the office as they become established.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of civil litigation experience and active law licenses in BOTH Kansas and Missouri. We welcome attorneys with additional experience who are interested in growing their litigation careers.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established regional law firm committed to delivering outstanding legal representation while fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture. Our attorneys handle a wide range of challenging civil matters, and we believe professional excellence is best achieved through mentorship, collaboration, and meaningful client relationships.

Job Description

• Handle diverse civil litigation matters involving commercial disputes, insurance defense, healthcare negligence defense, products liability, and related areas.
• Manage discovery, draft pleadings and motions, conduct legal research, and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, court hearings, and trial preparation.
• Work closely with experienced litigators while taking increasing ownership of cases and client matters.
• Deliver thoughtful, practical legal solutions while building strong professional relationships.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Active Kansas AND Missouri Bar licenses required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with discovery, motions, depositions, and courtroom proceedings, or a strong interest in developing these skills.
• Experience in commercial litigation, insurance defense, or healthcare negligence defense is especially welcome.
• A collaborative, motivated, and proactive approach to practicing law.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer an opportunity to develop your litigation skills without sacrificing mentorship or professional support. You'll enjoy meaningful responsibility, experienced colleagues who invest in your success, and a flexible environment that values quality work and long-term career growth.

If you're ready to advance your litigation career and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan