Litigation Attorney

About the role

This role sits inside our St. Louis office. You'll work side-by-side with our litigation team to tackle complex fact, legal, and logistical issues — managing cases from the claim process through litigation and trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff personal injury caseloads from the claim process through litigation and trial
• Interact and negotiate with insurance companies and defense counsel
• Communicate and maintain positive client relationships throughout the life of each case
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and jury trials

Requirements

• Active Missouri Bar license — required
• At least one year of personal injury litigation experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant civil 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
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Qualifications

• No billable hours requirement
• Uncapped earning potential
• Origination income adds directly on top — no ceiling
• One-third of the firm's fee on every case you bring in. No partnership track required
• Dedicated support staff: Paralegals, case managers, and intake behind every attorney
• Quarterly bonus: Performance bonuses paid every quarter — not just once at year end
• 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, not a burnout cycle

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent negotiation and mediation skills
• Effective client communication and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Experience with legal technology and software

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Quarterly bonus
• Sustainable caseloads

Pay

$130,000 – $170,000 Total Compensation

Base salary plus quarterly performance bonus. High performers consistently earn above the range. Total comp grows with you — there is no cap.

Schedule

Full-time