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Associate Attorney - Litigation in Saint Louis

Date Posted: Sunday, March 22, 2026

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Job Description

Associate Attorney

Location: St. Louis, MO

A well-established downtown St. Louis law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its litigation practice. This role offers hands-on experience representing clients and working closely with senior attorneys through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, hearings, and trial.

Position Overview

The Associate Attorney will support active litigation matters, assist with case strategy, and play an integral role in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is eager to develop strong litigation skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate directly with clients to provide updates and maintain strong client relationships

  • Draft and review legal documents, including discovery, motions, pleadings, and briefs throughout the life of a case

  • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda

  • Gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and assist in developing case strategy

  • Attend and assist at hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings

  • Support trial preparation, including witness examination, opening statements, trial motions, exhibits, and jury instructions

  • Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

  • Active license to practice law in Missouri is required

  • Admission to practice in Illinois is preferred but not required

  • Eligibility to practice before applicable state and federal courts

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

  • 401(k) plan with company match

  • Company-paid parking in a conveniently located downtown garage

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation experience and long-term professional growth within a reputable St. Louis firm.


To Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a confidential résumé and brief summary of their current practice or book of business. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

📧 shannon.flower@gogpac.com

📱 986-999-4419

 

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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