W3Global
St. Louis, MO law firm is seeking an experienced full-time Litigation Associate. Our client is a plaintiffs' law firm that exclusively represents victims of mesothelioma. We are seeking to hire a Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of experience to support our growing clientele. We are looking for energetic, driven, detail-oriented people for this on-site position.
As an associate, you will learn all aspects of asbestos litigation. The successful candidate should be a quick study as you will need to become familiar with various sources of asbestos exposure and the basic medical terminology associated with mesothelioma.
Qualifications
J.D. from ABA accredited institution Admission to Missouri bar, or eligibility for reciprocity (Illinois admission is a plus) Strong academic record Excellent legal research and writing abilities Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships Willingness to travel frequently Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment Passion and commitment to plaintiff work and advocacy Ability to build rapport with people from varied backgrounds Defense work is usually a conflict of interest, so asbestos defense and insurance defense is a no go Preferred Experience
Plaintiff asbestos experience, plaintiff PI work, complex litigation, catastrophic injury, product liability or premises liability, etc. Experienced attorneys ideally have some trial, research and writing, and deposition experience, along with case management. Prior asbestos (plaintiffs' side) experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates with judicial clerkship experience are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities
Case investigation Managing discovery Taking and defending depositions Document review Drafting and arguing motions Preparing cases for trial. The successful candidate will serve as a second or third chair during trials with the potential to first chair trials after gaining sufficient experience. Location: St. Louis, MO Position: On-site Benefits
Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) Short term disability Long term disability Paid time off Paid holidays Paid parking Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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J.D. from ABA accredited institution Admission to Missouri bar, or eligibility for reciprocity (Illinois admission is a plus) Strong academic record Excellent legal research and writing abilities Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships Willingness to travel frequently Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment Passion and commitment to plaintiff work and advocacy Ability to build rapport with people from varied backgrounds Defense work is usually a conflict of interest, so asbestos defense and insurance defense is a no go Preferred Experience
Plaintiff asbestos experience, plaintiff PI work, complex litigation, catastrophic injury, product liability or premises liability, etc. Experienced attorneys ideally have some trial, research and writing, and deposition experience, along with case management. Prior asbestos (plaintiffs' side) experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates with judicial clerkship experience are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities
Case investigation Managing discovery Taking and defending depositions Document review Drafting and arguing motions Preparing cases for trial. The successful candidate will serve as a second or third chair during trials with the potential to first chair trials after gaining sufficient experience. Location: St. Louis, MO Position: On-site Benefits
Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) Short term disability Long term disability Paid time off Paid holidays Paid parking Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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