Attorney

About Watton Law Group

Watton Law Group, S.C. is a premier, nationally recognized bankruptcy and consumer protection firm with six offices nationwide. We are not a "mill," and we do not look for short-term help. We look for foundational team members. We are actively expanding our footprint and are seeking a motivated attorney who wants to build a long-term, lucrative career with a firm that rewards loyalty, mastery, and leadership.

Why This Is a Career, Not Just a Job

• No Billable Hours, Period: Build a lifelong career in law without the chronic burnout of the billable hour trap.
• Comprehensive Mentorship: You won't just learn to process files. Our accomplished attorneys invest deep one-on-one time to teach you the intricacies of federal bankruptcy codes, advanced litigation strategy, and practice management.
• Firm-Backed Professional Equity: We fully fund your professional presence—covering bar dues and the cost of CLEs

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Client Advocacy: Develop long-term professional relationships by counseling clients, tailoring legal strategies to their financial lives, and guide them through their legal journey.
• Courtroom Leadership: Prepare court filings and independently handle appearances before bankruptcy trustees and federal judges.
• Stakeholder Relationships: Act as a key face of the firm by building lasting professional rapport with judges, trustees, and courthouse staff.
• Collaborative Strategy: Partner with our national network of attorneys and paralegals to improve firm-wide practices and strategies.

Qualifications

• Bar Admission: Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Missouri and/or Kansas.
• Long-Term Mindset: A strong desire to specialize, master a complex practice area, and grow into a leadership role within the firm.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal communication, high emotional intelligence, sharp organizational skills, and strict attention to detail.
• Mission-Driven: A genuine passion for helping everyday people achieve financial freedom and justice.

Benefits & Stability Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Future Security: IRA / 401(k) with employer matching to invest in your retirement.
• 100% firm-paid Bar dues and specialized continuing legal education (CLE).

To Apply:

• If you are looking for a firm to call "home" for the next chapter of your legal career, please submit your resume alongside a brief note outlining your long-term professional goals.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; this posting will remain open until the position is filled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person