Hesse Graville, LLC

Des Peres, Missouri

West St. Louis County law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with a passion for litigation to help the firm with its growing litigation practice, as well as assist in its employment and local government practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level attorneys to learn the law and practice in dynamic areas of law, as well as to learn and practice with well-established St. Louis-area attorneys.

This position requires frequent contact with clients, court personnel and other attorneys, including court appearances, and representation in court and before governmental bodies.


Job Number:  01-240410-01: Associate Attorney


Company Name:  Hesse Graville, LLC



West St. Louis County law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with a passion for litigation to help the firm with its growing litigation practice, as well as assist in its employment and local government practice. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level attorneys to learn the law and practice in dynamic areas of law, as well as to learn and practice with well-established St. Louis-area attorneys.

A successful candidate will be licensed to practice law in Missouri and will have experience, or an interest in developing experience, in the areas of civil litigation, employment and municipal.

The firm is looking for a candidate with excellent research, writing and organization skills. This position requires frequent contact with clients, court personnel and other attorneys, including phone consultations, Zoom / WebEx meetings, written correspondence, court appearances, and representation of clients in court and before governmental bodies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Meeting and regularly corresponding with clients
• Drafting, reviewing, responding to discovery requests
• Researching and analyzing various areas of law
• Engaging in motion practice and proactively managing cases
• Conducting and/or defending depositions
• Appearing in court for motion and pre-trial hearings with the potential for trial experience

Competencies:
• Knowledge of, or interest in, litigation
• Ability to efficiently manage a complex workload
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced, small team environment
• Professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work well with all levels of internal personnel, external resources, clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities
• Highly organized, collaborative, detail-oriented, resourceful, and adept at solving problems

Education and Experience:
• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school or equivalent
• Although no litigation experience is required, preference will be given to those attorneys that have either experience in civil litigation or have served as State Prosecuting Attorneys

Skills:
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and Adobe Acrobat
• Proficient with Westlaw
• Familiar with Missouri Case Net

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Possible weekends when needed for litigation preparation
Some flexibility to work remotely as caseload permits

Salary: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Free parking

Work Location: In person



Interested Parties/How to Apply:     Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to:

Jennifer McGillivary
Hesse Graville, LLC
13354 Manchester Road, Suite 210
St. Louis, Missouri 63131

c/o lauriemarti@hgstl.com