Overview
Associate Attorney – Litigation, Insurance Defense Jobs in St. Louis, USA at Gpac
Position: Associate Attorney – Litigation, Insurance Defense (3-8 yrs)
Location: St. Louis
Job Description
Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense) – St. Louis, MO
A mid-size, insurance defense firm is seeking Associate Attorneys for its St. Louis office to support both local and national accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic litigation team known for its collaborative approach, client responsiveness, and high-quality legal work.
Admission to practice in Missouri is required, and preference will be given to candidates also admitted in Illinois, Texas, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa.
About the Firm
This respected mid-size firm offers the resources and sophistication of a national practice while maintaining the accessibility and flexibility of a smaller organization. The firm represents clients in matters involving toxic tort, complex product liability, general liability, and professional liability litigation.
Position Overview
This is a hands-on litigation role ideal for an attorney with strong case management and courtroom skills. The position requires independence, strategic thinking, and a high level of professionalism in written and oral advocacy.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a diverse litigation caseload independently
- Handling discovery, trial preparation, and client reporting
- Appearing in court for hearings and trials across multiple jurisdictions
- Preparing witnesses and supporting trial strategy development
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- 3-8 years of litigation experience
- Active admission in Missouri (additional admissions in IL, MI, IN, IA, WI, or TX are highly valued)
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Experience with motion practice and depositions (lead experience preferred)
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated with a client-centered, team-oriented mindset
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $90,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience)
Additional performance-based bonus opportunities are available.
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical (PPO BCO and PPO HSA options with HSA contributions up to $2,000)
- Dental (Guardian) and Vision (Eye Med) coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and parental leave
- Commuter benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a confidential resumé and writing sample to the recruiter handling this search. Only candidates meeting the specified criteria will be contacted for interviews.
(All inquiries and submissions will be handled confidentially.)
Contact Shannon Flower directly:
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.
We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Title: Associate Attorney – Litigation, Insurance Defense
Company: Gpac
Location: St. Louis, USA
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