Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Join a respected civil defense litigation team with deep trial experience and a strong reputation for results. Get hands‑on litigation experience, including depositions, court hearings, pleadings, discovery, and file strategy. Work alongside experienced trial attorneys who provide real training, mentorship, and professional development. Enjoy a hybrid schedule with a mix of in‑office collaboration and work‑from‑home flexibility. Build your career in transportation liability, premises liability, product liability, general liability, and insurance defense litigation. Competitive compensation, bonus structure, 401K profit sharing, and strong benefits package. Location: This is a hybrid role based in St. Louis, MO, offering a strong balance of in‑office teamwork and work‑from‑home flexibility. Candidates must be licensed in Missouri. Relocation candidates are welcome, but relocation assistance is not provided. Note: Qualified candidates must be licensed to practice law in Missouri and have at least 2+ years of insurance defense experience. Illinois licensure is a plus. About Us We are a civil defense litigation firm built on professionalism, proficiency, and performance. Our team brings deep industry knowledge, real courtroom experience, and a practical, results‑driven approach to helping clients resolve complex legal matters. Confidential Employer. Job Description Handle a variety of civil defense and insurance defense litigation matters. Work on cases involving transportation liability, premises liability, product liability, general liability, and related defense matters. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other litigation documents. Take and defend depositions as appropriate based on experience level. Attend court hearings, conferences, mediations, and other case‑related proceedings. Conduct legal research and develop clear, well‑supported legal analysis. Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and internal team members. Manage deadlines, case strategy, and file workup with strong attention to detail. Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys and gain meaningful litigation and courtroom exposure. Qualifications 2+ years of insurance defense experience required. Civil litigation experience required. Experience with transportation liability, premises liability, product liability, or general liability preferred. Illinois Bar license is a plus. Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and communication skills. Highly organized, motivated, and comfortable managing litigation deadlines. Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment. Why You Will Love Working Here You will be part of a litigation‑focused team that values training, development, and practical courtroom experience. You will work on meaningful defense matters with attorneys who have deep trial backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to grow your skills, take ownership of files, and build confidence as a litigator. You will enjoy a hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, bonus potential, and strong benefits. You will join a professional, collaborative environment where hard work, strong advocacy, and results are valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr Orion Placement