Position: Trial Attorney (Litigation Associate) – Plaintiff’s Personal Injury
Location: St. Louis, MO (On-Site)
Compensation: $80,000 – $95,000 base salary + uncapped performance bonuses + full benefits (expected Year 1 $100K+)
About the Role:
A leading St. Louis plaintiff’s personal injury firm is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join its nationally recognized trial team. This is not a “back-office” role—you’ll manage your own docket of personal injury cases and gain real courtroom experience early in your career.
Why This Firm:
Direct Mentorship: Work side-by-side with senior trial lawyers in depositions, hearings, and strategy sessions.
Courtroom Experience: First- or second-chair trials and handle key aspects of litigation from day one.
Modern Practice: Tech-forward firm leveraging advanced platforms to streamline casework.
Collaborative Culture: A winning, team-oriented environment with strong support and shared success.
Responsibilities:
Litigate a docket of personal injury cases from filing through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
Manage discovery, including depositions
Appear in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Negotiate with defense counsel to secure strong outcomes for clients
Ideal Candidate:
Licensed and in good standing with the Missouri Bar (Illinois license a plus)
1–3 years of litigation experience (personal injury or insurance defense preferred)
Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Resilient, driven, and passionate about client advocacy
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Career-defining trial experience with a clear growth path
Confidential inquiries welcomed! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Contact Shannon Flower directly:
📧 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.
