Senior Personal Injury Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Personal Injury Attorney in Liberty, MO. The ideal candidate will independently manage personal injury cases, providing legal judgment and direction. They will work with a supportive team, including paralegals and administrative staff, to ensure cases progress efficiently and strategically.

Duties

• Take primary responsibility for legal strategy and direction of personal injury cases.
• Independently manage litigation from filing through resolution or trial.
• Take and defend depositions, including fact, expert, and corporate representative.
• Develop case themes, theories, and trial strategy.
• Draft, review, and argue substantive motions.
• Handle court appearances, conferences, mediations, and hearings.
• Prepare for and conduct jury trials.
• Evaluate liability, damages, case value, and settlement strategy.
• Negotiate with defense counsel and insurance carriers.
• Review and provide direction on discovery, pleadings, and demands.
• Oversee and provide guidance to paralegals and support staff.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments and strategy.

Requirements

• An active Missouri law license in good standing.
• Significant litigation experience, preferably in personal injury matters.
• Meaningful deposition experience.
• Experience handling hearings, motions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Trial experience or substantial responsibility preparing cases for jury trial.
• Strong legal judgment and ability to develop and execute litigation strategy independently.
• Ability to oversee and provide direction to paralegals and legal support staff.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple active matters.
• Kansas licensure is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active Missouri law license.

Skills

• Strong legal judgment and strategic decision-making.
• Excellent advocacy and communication skills.
• Organizational and case management skills.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Experienced paralegal and administrative support.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306