Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Location: Missouri — hybrid/remote flexibility available.

About the role

An established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney to join its legal team in Missouri. This opportunity is suited to an attorney who enjoys litigation, values collaborative case strategy, and is interested in building a long-term career with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. The firm represents employers, insurance companies, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation defense and related litigation matters. The attorney will manage cases through resolution, advise clients on litigation strategy, and represent client interests in administrative proceedings and court matters as applicable.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri law license in good standing.
• Experience handling Missouri workers' compensation defense matters.
• Experience with depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with electronic case management systems, legal billing software, and legal research platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to legal practice.
• Willingness to travel as needed for hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
• A portable book of business is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers' compensation defense caseload from initial assessment through resolution.
• Evaluate claims, develop defense strategies, and collaborate with colleagues on case development.
• Represent clients before the appropriate state workers' compensation division and applicable civil and appellate courts.
• Handle pretrial proceedings, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including examinations of medical experts and other witnesses.
• Prepare litigation reports, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Maintain accurate electronic case files and billable time records.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, strategy, and potential resolution.
• Conduct legal research and assess legal issues to support effective case outcomes.

Benefits

• Hybrid or remote flexibility, depending on role requirements.
• A collaborative and supportive legal team.
• Opportunities for professional mentorship and career advancement.
• Meaningful involvement in workers' compensation defense litigation.

Qualified Missouri-licensed attorneys with relevant defense experience are encouraged to apply.