OPPORTUNITY | Associate Attorney

Litchfield Cavo seeks a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with at least 2 to 5 years' experience in the defense of asbestos litigation. Broad experience in Insurance Defense is a plus. Must be licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinoisstate and federal courts. Additional state admissions is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:
• practice law in the state of Missouri and Illinois;
• manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;
• demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
• excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
• ability to move from case to case; and,
• knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:
• draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;
• draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
• conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
• prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;
• review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,
• assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.