Job Description

A well-established boutique litigation firm in the Kansas City area is seeking a Litigation Associate or Of Counsel Attorney to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated litigation matters while working alongside experienced trial lawyers in a collaborative environment.

Practice Areas

• Commercial & Civil Litigation

• Employment Law

• Insurance Defense & Coverage

• Civil Rights Litigation

• Trial & Appellate Advocacy

• Contract Drafting & Client Counseling

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters through all phases of the case

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents

• Handle discovery, depositions, and case strategy

• Participate in hearings, mediations, trials, and appeals

• Draft and review contracts and provide practical legal counsel to clients

• Collaborate closely with attorneys on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Missouri (Kansas licensure strongly preferred)

• 2+ years of litigation experience

• Experience handling discovery and litigation case management

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

• Solid academic credentials

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment

What You'll Find

• Sophisticated and diverse litigation matters

• Opportunity for meaningful courtroom and appellate experience

• Collaborative, attorney-focused culture

• Direct client interaction and responsibility

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

If you're interested in learning more about this confidential opportunity, I'd be happy to share additional details and discuss whether it aligns with your career goals. All inquiries will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

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.