Associate attorney

Associate AttorneyNextStep Recruiting has partnered with a legal services organization to identify an Associate Attorney in St. Louis, MO. This role will begin onsite with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after 1–6 months and will support a creditor-focused legal practice with regular courtroom exposure.This position is ideal for an attorney with 1+ years of experience who wants hands-on litigation experience without billable hour requirements. Candidates from any practice area are welcome, and training will be provided.Required:Juris Doctor (JD) and active Missouri Bar license1+ year of experience practicing as an attorneyComfortable with regular court appearances and handling litigation mattersStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to independently manage deadlines, cases, and competing prioritiesPreferred:Dual licensure in Missouri and Kansas1–2 years of collections, creditors' rights, or related litigation experienceExperience drafting or reviewing pleadings, motions, and discoveryPrior courtroom, trial, arbitration, or contested-matter experienceInterest in developing a long-term litigation career within a supportive legal teamCompensation ranges from $85K–$120K plus a discretionary bonus, along with comprehensive benefits, retirement options, profit sharing, and opportunities for advancement.NextStep Recruiting provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, or applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.