Job Description
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Salary: $130,000 - $180,000 per year
A bit about us: We, as a premier national civil litigation defense law firm, bring unparalleled expertise in handling highly specialized iconic and complex cases. With a team of seasoned attorneys collaborating with leading forensic experts, we prioritize truth, scientific methods, and efficient solutions for clients.
Why join us?1,800 billable hours expectation, offering a better work-life balance than many other firms.
Opportunity to inherit a portion of a retiring partner’s practice, leading to growth and client development potential
Fully Paid Medical Insurance for Employee + Dependents (Including Health, Dental, Vision)
401K Match (5%)
Profit Sharing (3%)
Year End Bonus
Cell Phone Stipend
Job Details We are seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Attorney to join our well-established law firm remotely, with occasional travel to the Kansas City area. Our firm specializes in defending complex civil litigation matters, including fire and explosion cases, products liability, insurance defense, professional liability, and construction litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the right experience to inherit part of a practice, as a senior partner is retiring soon.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse caseload of civil defense matters such as fire/explosion, products liability, insurance defense, and construction litigation.
Independently handle all aspects of cases, including depositions (particularly expert depositions), drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and engaging in discovery.
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and occasionally court appearances—courtroom experience preferred but not required.
Collaborate with clients, experts, and colleagues to craft strong defense strategies.
Conduct site visits and attend depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings as necessary.
Provide mentorship to junior attorneys as needed.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri (or at least one with a willingness to become licensed in the other).
Minimum of 4 years of experience in civil litigation defense, including conducting depositions and expert depositions independently.
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
Some courtroom experience preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently and remotely, while managing a full caseload.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
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