Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Personal Injury

Kansas City, MO | Full-TimeA growing Kansas City plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate is a motivated attorney who enjoys developing case strategy, solving problems, and advocating for injured clients. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with an experienced legal team while taking ownership of cases and contributing to the firm's continued growth.

Qualifications

Active Missouri and/or Kansas bar license (both preferred)3-5+ years of legal experiencePersonal injury experience strongly preferredExperience handling client communications, insurance negotiations, and claim resolutionStrong organizational and prioritization skillsDesire to learn, grow, and take initiativeAbility to work empathetically with clients and collaboratively with team membersResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute case strategiesNegotiate with insurance carriersMaintain regular and compassionate communication with clientsReview medical records and supporting documentationSupervise paralegals and legal assistantsOversee settlement and lien resolution processesManage cases from intake through resolutionCelebrate successful outcomes for clientsBenefitsCompetitive compensation based on experience401(k) with employer matchMedical, dental, vision, and disability insuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Generous PTO and paid holidaysProfessional development supportHybrid/work-from-home flexibilityStrong work-life balance and positive firm culture

Location: Kansas City, Missouri (primarily in-office)Schedule: Monday-Friday, regular business hoursThis opportunity is ideal for an attorney seeking a more strategic, client-focused personal injury practice where quality of representation is valued over volume.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.