Associate Litigation Attorney

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance

Job description:

Are you looking for a place where you can work on higher-level cases and dig deep into them, get to know the clients, and fully develop each case? Are you stuck and not growing in your lawyering skills and looking for a place that supports and rewards growth?

If any of the above resonates, our firm may be the right fit for you!

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a personal injury attorney with litigation experience who has a desire to work up cases in detail while being supported by an A+ team. We’ve built an environment that allows more deep-thinking and creativity than most personal injury firms out there. Based in Kansas City, Missouri with additional offices in Overland Park, KS and Lee's Summit, MO, we exclusively handle personal injury and long-term disability cases.

To be a part of our team, the ideal candidate will have at least 5-7+ years of litigation experience, significant personal injury experience preferred, and should have the following skills/traits:

1. Good with people and able to empathize with clients

2. Motivated, takes initiative and enjoys solving problems,

3. Top tier organization and prioritization skills (a must-have)

4. Hunger to learn and grow in all aspects of being a personal injury attorney

5. Willing to take ownership and speak up to help us all improve everyday

Skills and Qualifications:

• Active Bar License in Missouri and/or Kansas (both Missouri & Kansas preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years in litigation, with a preference for personal injury law.
• Experience in working directly with clients and insurance companies.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, discovery documents, and correspondence.

About Us

We’re a fast-growing plaintiff’s personal injury firm in Kansas City that’s passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. We want both our clients and professional staff to thrive in the work we do each day. That may include you!

A typical day for this position may include:

• Developing case strategy and executing that strategy.

• Interacting and negotiating with insurance companies.

• Communicating with clients with empathy and openness about their cases.

• Supervising paralegals and legal assistants ensuring tasks are completed in our case management system.

• Preparing pleadings and motions for litigated cases.

• Review and approve discovery drafts and requests.

• Review medical records and reports.

• Supervise the settlement and lien reduction process.

• Participation in depositions, mediations, and trials as needed.

• Celebrate client victories.

How to Apply

Interested candidates please submit your resume and customized cover letter, which must tell us:

(1) what in this job posting made you want to respond; and

(2) why you belong on our team.

What Sets Us Apart

We're serious about finding the right fit. Our hiring process will likely include 2-3 interviews as we seek a candidate who aligns with our business goals, core values, and culture. Our dedication to our area of law is backed by a strong reputation and hundreds of five-star reviews. Learn more about us at www.kevinmcmanuslaw.com.

At our firm, we give our team all the tools they need to succeed, both personally and professionally.

• You will be an immediate contributor to the team and see the impact of your work.
• You will grow professionally and personally with our firm, gain new responsibilities, and create your own pathway to success.
• You will get the satisfaction of coming to work each day with a team focused on the common goal of helping ensure each client gets the best possible care and representation.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with bonus structure that rewards results
• Professional development assistance
• 401K plan with matching
• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous PTO and Paid holidays
• Great firm culture, work/life balance and regular working hours
• Work From Home Days

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm

Office Location:

Full-time In Person - Kansas City, MO 64105

Kevin McManus Law provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you licensed in Missouri and/or Kansas to practice law?

Experience:

• Litigation: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Kansas City, MO 64105 (Required)

Work Location: In person