Attorney – Product Liability & Toxic Tort Defense<br>A long-established defense firm with more than 125 years of continuous service is seeking an Attorney to join our litigation team. For four generations, our attorneys have represented local, regional, national, and international companies in courtrooms across the country. We focus on delivering exceptional advocacy, clear communication, and detail driven representation, and we remain deeply connected to the St. Louis community we call home.<br>________________________________________<br>About the Role<br>We are seeking a motivated Attorney with strong analytical, writing, and courtroom skills to assist in defending product liability and toxic tort matters. Our cases range from smaller property claims to complex, catastrophic injury litigation. The ideal candidate is a team oriented professional who values high quality work, client service, and cultivating long term relationships.<br>________________________________________<br>Responsibilities<br>• Handle all phases of litigation, including research, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.<br>• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.<br>• Conduct legal research and provide strategic case assessments.<br>• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.<br>• Collaborate with partners and team members to develop case strategy.<br>• Manage deadlines, court schedules, and billing responsibilities (target of 1800 billable hours per year).<br>________________________________________<br>Qualifications<br>• J.D. from an accredited law school.<br>• Admission to the Missouri Bar (or ability to obtain licensure promptly).<br>• Exceptional writing, analytical, and organizational skills.<br>• Prior litigation experience is preferred but not required.<br>• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to client service.<br>________________________________________<br>Work Environment & Culture<br>Our attorneys are treated as true professionals. We offer an environment that values independence, trust, and flexibility:<br>• Flexible scheduling: Attorneys may largely set their own daily hours.<br>• Time off: We do not track or cap attorney PTO.<br>• Hybrid structure: Once trained, attorneys may work remotely with a requirement of at least 2 days per week in the office.<br>• Community focused culture: Our team remains actively involved in civic and cultural organizations throughout the St. Louis area.<br>________________________________________<br>Compensation & Benefits<br>• We pay 85% of health insurance costs.<br>• Garage parking provided.<br>• Office closures on most federal holidays.<br>• Additional firm wide closures: <br>o 3 days at Christmas<br>o 2 days at New Year’s<br>o The day after Thanksgiving<br>• Flexible time and schedule autonomy (no tracking of personal time off).<br>• Hybrid work once trained.