Business Litigation Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney – Business Litigation

Location: St. Louis, MO

Compensation: $150,000 – $200,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

Position Overview

A leading national law firm with a strong Midwest footprint and a reputation for litigation excellence is seeking an Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join its dynamic Business Litigation Practice Group in St. Louis, Missouri.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to manage sophisticated commercial disputes, take a lead role in case strategy and court appearances, and work alongside recognized industry leaders in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Case Management: Oversee day-to-day case tasks and lead strategic case development from inception through discovery, trial preparation, and trial.
• Depositions & Court Appearances: Regularly conduct and defend depositions, appear in court, and argue substantive motions.
• Trial & Dispute Resolution: Assist with trial strategy, record reviews, witness preparation, and client interviews; actively participate in trials, arbitrations, evidentiary hearings, and settlement conferences.
• Pleadings & Communications: Draft motions, discovery responses, client reports, and strategic case updates.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience required, with a strong background in commercial business disputes preferred.
• Licensure: Active license to practice law in the State of Missouri is required; licensure in Illinois is preferred.
• Trial & Deposition Skills: Proven experience taking and defending depositions, as well as involvement in trials, arbitrations, or evidentiary hearings.
• Core Competencies: Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, paired with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Business Development: Portable business or a demonstrated interest in business development is a plus, but not required.

Culture & Commitments

The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive team environment where diverse backgrounds, creative solutions, and collaborative thinking thrive. Candidates from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.