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Medical Malpractice Litigation Associate Attorney in Kansas City

Date Posted: Thursday, March 5, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A highly respected and well-established litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney with 4–8 years of experience to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator who wants to take ownership of cases, work closely with an experienced trial team, and continue developing as a courtroom advocate.

Position Overview

The firm is looking for an attorney with hands-on litigation experience in medical malpractice and/or personal injury matters who can manage a busy caseload from initial intake through resolution, including active participation in trial preparation and trial proceedings. This role offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to work on complex and high-stakes cases in a collaborative, team-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle litigation matters involving medical malpractice and personal injury from case intake through final resolution
  • Manage an active docket with minimal supervision
  • Conduct legal research and draft high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
  • Take and defend depositions, manage discovery, and participate in motion practice
  • Assist with trial preparation and trial participation
  • Work collaboratively with partners, attorneys, and litigation staff
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, experts, and colleagues

Qualifications

  • 4–8 years of litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice or personal injury
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently
  • Superior legal writing and analytical skills
  • Experience with depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Unimpeachable ethics and professional judgment
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented litigation environment

What the Firm Offers

  • Opportunity to work on complex, meaningful litigation
  • Supportive and collaborative legal team
  • Significant hands-on litigation and trial experience
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • A culture that values professional growth, mentorship, and long-term success

This position is ideal for an attorney who is driven, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional legal work while building a long-term career within a respected litigation practice.

Qualified candidates, I want to hear from you! Please submit your resume or email me at maraya.brokaw@gogpac.com to learn more!

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.

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