Evans & Dixon is seeking an Associate Attorney to our fast-paced and expanding Springfield, MO office. We are seeking an attorney with 0 to 5 years' experience and possible portable billings or the willingness to market and develop his/her own practice area, who is looking to join a widely recognized firm to build a practice and support existing and new firm clients.

Responsibilities:

• Taking depositions of Plaintiffs/Claimants, witnesses, experts and other parties
• Conducting discovery
• Performing legal research
• Remaining current with developments in the law
• Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents
• Arguing motions at trial court level
• Attending hearings and conferences with judges

Skills and Specifications:

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Exceptional research abilities
• Analytical and logical reasoning aptitudes
• Ability to synthesize complex legal and factual materials
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Client development skills
• Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Be able to work efficiently with corporate professionals
• Be committed to excellent performance and be detail oriented
• Excellent organizational skills
• Be willing to work with senior attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of litigation

Education and Qualifications:

• A law degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Licensed in Missouri or have sat for the Missouri Bar

Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The firm offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation.

•Competitive compensation based on experience•Medical insurance plan•Dental insurance plan•Vision insurance plan•Contribution to life insurance plan•401k profit sharing•Parking reimbursement•Social, charity and wellness events