Associate Attorney – Personal Injury (Litigation & Pre-Litigation)

Well-established St. Louis personal injury law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to handle both litigation and pre-litigation personal injury cases. This position is ideal for an experienced PI litigator who wants meaningful case responsibility, trial exposure, and direct client interaction.

All inquiries are strictly confidential.

About the Role

The ideal candidate is a seasoned personal injury litigation/pre-litigation attorney who will help strengthen our litigation department and manage a caseload from intake through resolution.

You will handle a revolving caseload of approximately 75–125 personal injury matters (primarily motor vehicle accidents and wrongful death).

You will have extensive client, adjuster, and provider contact and significant autonomy, with support from experienced staff.

Required Qualifications

Please apply only if you meet all of the following:

• Active Missouri law license (required)
• Experience handling personal injury claims (plaintiff preferred)
• Demonstrated litigation experience (depositions, motions, hearings, etc.)
• Strong writing, communication, and negotiation skills
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and strong work ethic
• Desire to advocate for injury victims

Preferred but not required:

• Litigation/trial experience
• Experience handling workers compensation claims

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle personal injury cases from intake through trial or settlement
• Manage litigation and pre-litigation caseload independently
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances
• Maintain regular client communication
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Research and negotiate medical liens
• Assist with new client intakes and case evaluations

Compensation

• $125,000 – $250,000+ realistic first-year earnings
• Includes base salary plus bonus structure
• Salary is commensurate with experience
• Compensation may exceed range for highly qualified candidates

Practice Areas Exposure

• Auto accidents / MVA
• Wrongful death
• Workers’ compensation
• General personal injury matters

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person