Associate Attorney - Domestic Litigation

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its domestic litigation team in Columbia, MO. The ideal candidate will have one to three years of experience in complex family law matters or demonstrable civil litigation experience in other areas. This role involves handling diverse family law cases, requiring strong litigation skills and effective communication.

Duties

• Serve as second chair in high-net-worth family law cases, providing litigation support and strategic input.
• Handle a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, custody disputes, and domestic abuse cases.
• Engage in regular communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including motion hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously, adapting to shifting legal strategies.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.
• Perform billable work efficiently, understanding billing practices and client payment processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in civil litigation required; family law experience preferred.
• Strong courtroom and litigation skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Prior negotiation and dispute resolution advocacy experience is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with a team of attorneys and legal staff.
• Handle sensitive matters with empathy and discretion.

Education

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member in good standing with the Missouri Bar or a jurisdiction with reciprocity with Missouri.

Skills

• Strong litigation and courtroom skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Empathy and discretion in handling sensitive matters.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, Parking & Transit).
• Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing.
• Pet Insurance.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306