Civil Litigation Attorney

Pay: $95000.00 - $115000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your litigation career with an experienced team of trial attorneys who value your ideas contributions and professional growth.
• Gain meaningful hands-on experience with depositions motions hearings and trial preparation.
• Take ownership of interesting civil defense litigation matters while collaborating with accomplished attorneys.
• Enjoy a supportive professional environment where your work makes a real impact.
• Benefit from comprehensive insurance coverage a 401(k) with company match and company-paid parking.
• Enjoy occasional work-from-home flexibility as you establish yourself with our team.

Location

Join us in downtown St. Louis MO!

This is primarily an on-site opportunity that offers valuable in-person collaboration mentorship and courtroom experience. We also provide occasional remote flexibility based on business needs and established trust.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Missouri and have 2 years of civil defense litigation experience including hands-on motion practice depositions and billable-hour tracking.

About Us

Confidential Employer

We are an established civil defense litigation firm committed to delivering outstanding legal representation and building lasting client relationships. Our team combines practical legal strategies strong trial advocacy and a collaborative approach to achieving successful outcomes. We believe talented attorneys deserve meaningful responsibilities opportunities to grow and a team that supports their success.

Job Description

• Manage and contribute to a variety of civil defense litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings discovery requests motions briefs and other essential litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions prepare witnesses and participate in hearings and court proceedings.
• Develop effective litigation strategies through legal research case analysis and collaboration.
• Work directly with clients opposing counsel and colleagues to move cases forward.
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibits witness examinations and courtroom presentations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri Bar license in good standing.
• 2 years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Experience taking depositions drafting substantive motions and tracking billable hours.
• Strong legal writing research and communication skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively.
• Illinois Bar admission is a plus but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great legal work starts with a strong team. Youll have the opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills work alongside experienced attorneys and contribute to meaningful cases. We offer comprehensive medical dental vision disability and life insurance a 401(k) with company match and paid downtown parking.

JPC - 2718

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements : Must-have: MO bar license 2 years of civil defense litigation

• Required Years as Associate: 2 years
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 2 years: $95000$100000
  • 34 years: $100000$108000
  • 5 years: $108000$115000

  Recruiter-recommended bands; $115000 maximum confirmed by client.

Submission Email: Katie -

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established St. Louis civil defense litigation firm handling litigation and trials. Seeking MO-licensed associate with 2 years of civil defense experience motions depositions and billable-hour tracking. On-site with occasional flexibility; $95K$115K.

Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Associate Attorney - Pitzer Snodgrass P.C. - JPC- 2718 - source

New Job Order Alert

• Client job title: Associate Attorney
• Location: St. Louis MO
• On-site hybrid remote: On-site (occasional WFH flexibility)
• Experience: 2
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Civil Litigation Attorney Civil Defense Attorney Insurance Defense Attorney Litigation Associate Defense Litigation Associate

• of hires needed: 1