National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney

Overview

A national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices is seeking a National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney for its Kansas City office. This role offers flexible work arrangements including in-person, remote, or hybrid options.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a nationwide litigation caseload from inception through resolution in a fast-paced environment
• Conduct thorough investigations and proactively identify discovery issues unique to each case
• Develop strategic discovery responses tailored to individual cases while aligning with national litigation strategies
• Monitor and evaluate discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation
• Manage and improve a national claims program by identifying efficiencies and scalable solutions
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, partners, and clients to develop case strategy and discovery plans
• Work across offices and practice groups to deliver seamless, team-oriented service
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, emerging legal issues, and evolving client needs

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in at least one state
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience
• Strong discovery experience is required
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional litigation and/or national claims programs preferred
• Background in transportation, logistics, trucking, or related regulatory frameworks preferred
• Familiarity with emerging e-commerce or gig economy legal issues is a plus
• Proven ability to manage high-volume work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong client counseling and relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Advanced technical proficiency with litigation and discovery tools

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Access to corporate discount programs and additional employee benefits

Location

Kansas City office with flexible options for in-person, remote, or hybrid work arrangements

The employer is committed to a respectful and inclusive work environment where employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law.