Job Description

Job DescriptionHeyl Royster is seeking highly motivated attorneys with 1-5 years of litigation experience to join our established team. The ideal candidate will have experience with drafting critical motions, developing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in court proceedings. The position provides opportunity to work on complex, multi‑party litigation and immediate opportunity for meaningful litigation experience. Candidates should possess the ability to work productively in team settings. This position will be based at our St. Louis office, which is located near the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the St. Louis City Courthouse, St. Louis University School of Law and Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. About Heyl Royster Heyl Royster understands that great collaboration begins with the people at the table. With access to firm-wide expertise, our attorneys partner with clients and collaborate with fellow legal minds generating innovative strategies to achieve their mutual goals. We accomplish this by asking the right questions at the right time and utilizing expertise and skill to connect the dots. Our attorneys offer balance and focus while viewing problems as opportunities to innovate and develop trends in law. We understand that not everything happens as planned, but we are disciplined and flexible with a passion that keeps us moving forward toward success. Expectations Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school required. Active State of Missouri and/or Illinois Law license, in good standing. 1-5 years' experience, preference for experience in civil litigation, workers compensation defense, and/or medical malpractice.

Compensation and Benefits

The base range is $93,000 to $125,000. In addition to your salary, we have an incentive bonus plan for associates which provides for the possibility of additional monthly compensation. That Bonus Program for 2026 includes the potential for additional monthly compensation of $1,000, $1,500, $2,000 or $2,500 which could add up to $30,000 of additional annualized compensation above the base salary. We pay those bonus payments in the month after they are earned. The overall compensation package offered will take into account several factors including, but not limited to, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability and specialization, as well as business needs. This position offers excellent benefits* for full-time employees, including: Medical Dental Vision Voluntary Life/ADD Additionally, the Firm provides full-time employees at no additional cost: Basic term life/ADD Short- and Long-Term Disability An employer match of employee deferral for the 401K plan Employee Assistance Benefits Work From Home Flexibility Paid Sick/Holiday Vacation Leave allows as much as is practicable beyond the minimum of 40 hours Flexible Work Schedule Dress for Your Day Are you ready to join our team? Would you love to be part of a premier legal team dedicated to exceptional results? If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, apply today! To know more about us, visit our website at www.heylroyster.com. To Apply We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this position at our firm, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you! Heyl Royster is an equal opportunity employer. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. *This benefit list is current at the time of posting. Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on results of background check. Experience: 5 years required