In House Counsel (Missouri)

Overview

A growing organization is seeking a skilled and experienced attorney to join its Workers’ Compensation team. This role focuses exclusively on managing and overseeing workers’ compensation litigation matters in Missouri, ensuring cases are handled with precision, urgency, and strategic excellence. The position reports directly to the Litigation Management Director and supports the organization’s growth in the Missouri market.

This primarily remote role requires responsiveness, adaptability, and readiness to travel as needed for in-person proceedings and strong professional representation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial portfolio of workers' compensation cases from initial intake through resolution, including reviewing claims, gathering evidence, filing paperwork, and ensuring compliance with Missouri state laws and regulations.
• Handle appeals processes when necessary, navigating legal complexities to secure favorable outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research using case law, statutes, and administrative regulations specific to workers' compensation.
• Negotiate with opposing parties, insurance companies, and other stakeholders to reach settlements or resolve disputes efficiently.
• Prepare and file all necessary legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and responses, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
• Draft clear, concise, and persuasive legal briefs and motions supporting the client’s position.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations; interact with opposing counsel, witnesses, and experts to achieve favorable resolutions or gather critical information.
• Collaborate with paralegal and legal teams to develop and implement effective trial strategies.
• Travel as required for court appearances, depositions, and hearings.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited ABA law school.
• Active license to practice law in Missouri.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in workers' compensation law and litigation, with expertise in Missouri’s legal landscape and regulations.
• Proficient understanding of Missouri workers' compensation law, litigation procedures, and legal risk management.
• Proven trial advocacy and appellate litigation experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of state rules of evidence and rules of civil and appellate procedure.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage large caseloads and prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and administrative law judges.
• Analytical thinking to dissect complex legal issues.
• Ability to work independently and remotely while collaborating effectively with other professionals.
• Must reside in St. Louis, Missouri.

Location

• Must reside in St. Louis, Missouri.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified in the provided description.