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Job Description
Associate Attorney JurisTemps - 4.0 Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $100,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Law Doctor of Law (JD) U.S. Patent and Trademark Office experience Legal case management Bar Full Job Description Civil Litigation Attorney Columbia, MO | Hybrid We are seeking a motivated and experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to join our growing practice. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload involving personal injury defense, insurance coverage, trucking liability, and premises liability defense matters. This position offers the opportunity to handle cases from inception through resolution while working in a collaborative and professional environment. Responsibilities Represent clients in civil litigation matters through all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, mediations, court hearings, and trial Develop and implement effective case strategies Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents Prepare and respond to written discovery Interview clients, witnesses, and experts to support case development Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution proceedings Attend court appearances and advocate on behalf of clients before judges and arbitrators Manage case files, deadlines, and litigation calendars Collaborate with colleagues, clients, and support staff to achieve favorable outcomes Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction Experience handling civil litigation matters from inception through resolution Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills Excellent drafting skills with the ability to prepare clear, persuasive legal documents Experience taking and defending depositions preferred Trial experience is a plus Strong negotiation and advocacy skills Ability to effectively manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Experience ideally within personal injury defense, insurance coverage, trucking liability, and premises liability defense. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on litigation experience, meaningful client interaction, and the ability to work on challenging and sophisticated defense matters. We offer a collaborative environment, professional growth opportunities, and competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #E123
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance