Associate Attorney (Paola, KS)

Associate Attorney (Paola, KS) Dasenbrock Law, LLC Paola, KS Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $120,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Qualifications Decision making Legal case management Bar Full Job Description About the Role We are an established, successful and highly respected law firm in Paola, Kansas consisting of one managing attorney and a paralegal. We run a fast-paced practice focusing primarily on family law (i.e., divorce, paternity, custody, child support), with additional work in criminal defense, traffic, and estate planning. We are focused on future expansion with the right candidate. We are seeking an experienced attorney who is looking for a more efficient, independent way to practice law—whether you are currently at a larger firm or operating as a solo practitioner. However, we would consider a newly licensed attorney in the right circumstances. This role is designed for attorneys who are "hands on" and want real case responsibility, courtroom time, and client contact without the bureaucracy of a larger firm or the administrative burden of running a solo practice. This is an in-office position at our office located in Paola, Kansas (about a 30 minute drive south of the Olathe/Overland Park area). This role requires daily on-site work during normal business hours from Monday - Thursday with a possibility of remote work on Fridays. Who This Role Is a Good Fit For This position tends to appeal to attorneys who are currently: Practicing family law in a larger firm and want more autonomy and direct client responsibility. Working as a solo attorney but want to step away from managing the business side of practice. Looking for a smaller firm environment with fewer layers, faster decisions, and more control over their cases and autonomy. New to the practice of law and looking to build a career at a long term established firm with a partnership track. What You'll Be Doing Handling a primarily family law caseload (approximately 90% of your cases) from intake to resolution. Conducting client consultations/intakes. Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other documents. Appearing in court for hearings, conferences, and trials. Negotiating with opposing counsel and working toward practical case resolution. Keeping clients updated on their cases and maintaining exemplary client contact/communication throughout case. Making independent decisions on strategy and case progression. Focusing on results, not internal process or bureaucracy. Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous billing entries and time records. Prioritizing and managing multiple active cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Assisting Managing Partner with all aspects of his cases and any other assigned tasks. What This Role Offers Full ownership of your cases without unnecessary internal layers. A smaller firm environment with fewer administrative barriers. No requirement to generate clients or manage your own business infrastructure. A practical, production-focused approach to practicing law. Ample courtroom experience. A compensation structure with a very competitive base salary, good benefits, paid time off, and generous bonus structure tied directly to your work output and result. Mentorship and partnership track for newer attorneys. What Success Looks Like Here Attorneys who do well in this role are typically: Experienced in litigation or courtroom work (bonus for having experience practicing family law). Comfortable managing cases independently and with minimal "hand holding". Looking for less bureaucracy and more direct legal work. Strong communicators who can work with a wide range of clients with different personality types and from different socio-economic backgrounds. Reliable, steady, and focused on long-term practice stability. Interested in practicing law, not running a business or navigating firm politics. What This Role is Not This position is not a good fit for attorneys who: Prefer highly structured or heavily supervised environments. Are primarily focused on firm prestige, title advancement, or hierarchy. Are not comfortable working directly with clients on a daily basis. Prefer to delegate most responsibility rather than owning cases end-to-end. Requirements & Skills Needed Licensed attorney in Kansas (Missouri license a plus). Minimum 1 year of litigation/courtroom experience is preferred but not required, with strong preference given to candidates who have experience in family law. Comfortable working in high-conflict, fast-paced situations while maintaining clear, rational decision-making and steady client communication. Ability to independently manage a large caseload. Strong communication and professional judgment. Consistent work ethic and reliability. Strong organization skills with the ability to multi-task and use time efficiently. Ability to accept constructive criticism and direction when needed. Possess impeccable character and the utmost integrity. Compensation & Benefits $80,000 - $120,000+ base salary depending on experience/qualifications. Generous performance-based bonus system tied to production. Health/Dental/Vision insurance paid by employer. 401(k) with 3% employer match. Paid time off and holidays. Bar dues, malpractice insurance, and CLE's covered by firm. Long-Term Opportunity We are a highly successful firm with a stable, long-term practice. For the right attorney, this role offers increased responsibility over time and potential long-term leadership consideration, including partnership track eligibility. Location Paola, Kansas (approximately 30 minute drive south of Olathe/Overland Park area). Many attorneys in the region commute from nearby areas seeking a more flexible and independent practice environment. How to Apply All inquiries and applications are kept strictly confidential. Please submit a resume as well as a brief cover letter describing: Your experience in family law or litigation in general. Your current practice environment and what you are looking to change. What unique skills you possess that you believe would be a benefit to our firm. What you are looking for in a firm and your expectations working for our firm.

Benefits:

Generous performance-based bonus system tied to production. Health/Dental/Vision insurance paid by employer. 401(k) with 3% employer match. Paid time off and holidays. Bar dues, malpractice insurance, and CLE's covered by firm.

Work Location:

Hybrid (in office M-Th with possibility of remote work on Fridays)

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Paola, KS 66071