Attorney- Workers' Compensation

Full-time. Missouri Bar required. No billable hours. Total compensation ranges from $115,000 to $170,000, with an uncapped origination bonus. Workers' Compensation Associate DM Injury Law – St.Louis, MO Salary and Bonus Base salary plus quarterly performance bonus. High performers consistently earn above the stated range. Total compensation grows with you – there is no cap. Uncapped origination bonus: Refer a case to the firm and earn one‑third of the firm’s fee at resolution, on top of your regular compensation. About the Opportunity DM Injury Law is one of the fastest‑growing personal injury firms in the Midwest, with over 70 attorneys, 200 support staff, and offices in 10 markets across Kansas City, St. Louis, Denver, Omaha, and Oklahoma City. We have secured multi‑million dollar verdicts and settlements for clients across every market we serve. This role sits inside our St.Louis office. You’ll handle all aspects of representing clients in their workers’ compensation matters—from case opening through resolution—while providing direction and supervision to non‑attorney staff to ensure full compliance with workers’ compensation laws, regulations, and labor codes. What You’ll Do Proactively communicate with clients to provide updates and claim status throughout their matter Interact and negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of clients Draft case materials, correspondence, pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other legal documents Ensure accuracy of all documents prepared by you and your team Represent clients at hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings Provide direction and supervision to non‑attorney staff in compliance with all workers’ compensation laws and regulations What We’re Looking For Active Missouri Bar license – required At least one year of workers’ compensation experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant litigation background considered Eligibility to obtain Illinois Bar license (UBE score or reciprocity) Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills Committed to providing responsive and compassionate client service Proficient with Microsoft Office programs – Excel, Word, SharePoint Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Growth & Leadership Team Lead: Guide and support a group of attorneys day‑to‑day Department Head: Own strategy and performance across a practice area Mentorship: Shape the next generation of attorneys at the firm New Markets: Help open and build offices as the firm expands Why DM Injury Law Uncapped earning potential: High performers earn above the range; origination income adds directly on top – no ceiling. Origination from day one: One‑third of the firm’s fee on every case you bring in. No partnership track required. No billable hour requirements: Contingency practice – focus on client outcomes, not clock entries. Dedicated support staff: Paralegals, case managers, and intake behind every attorney. Quarterly bonus: Performance bonuses paid every quarter. 401(k) with 4% match: Fully matched up to 4% – above the law firm average. Full benefits from day one: Health, dental, and vision coverage. Sustainable caseloads: Realistic workloads by design, long‑term career with no burnout cycle. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DM Injury Law provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr