Salary range: $205K - $230KLocation: Kansas City, MO
About this roleWhat we're looking for:We are looking for a General/Commercial Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join a lean, collaborative team in Armstrong Teasdale's Kansas City office. This is an exciting opportunity for a trial-oriented attorney who wants early client exposure, hands-on courtroom experience, and a clear path to partnership at a top-200 U.S. law firm.
What will you be doing?- Handling all phases of commercial litigation matters from inception to conclusion, including insurance defense, business disputes, and some employment/labor work
- Taking and defending depositions, participating in mediations, and gaining significant courtroom experience
- Working closely with clients as a matter expert on leanly-staffed teams (typically a partner and one or two associates)
- Drafting motions, managing discovery (traditional and electronic), and preparing for hearings and trial
- Some travel as needed depending on case requirements
Key Requirements- 4+ years of general commercial litigation experience at a law firm
- Demonstrated experience taking and defending depositions and participating in mediations
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Missouri
- Ability to drive matters independently from inception to conclusion
- Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills with courtroom experience (state and/or federal)
Role responsibilities• Handles high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters
• Communicates with attorneys and clients
• Works independently and productively
• Produces quality legal work and bills required hours
• Manages business and assists in business generation
• Complies with ethical standards of the legal profession
