Attorney

Hunter Law Group, P.A. is a full-service real estate-focused law firm in Prairie Village, Kansas.

• We are currently seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our dynamic team.  As a key member of our real estate litigation team, the attorney will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload. This is a fantastic opportunity for an attorney looking to work in a rewarding and collaborative environment, with the added flexibility of a family-friendly schedule.

A good candidate must share our core values:

• Relationship-Driven: Connecting with clients and being responsive. 
• Committed to Quality: Doing our best work by providing a product to our clients that is done effectively and efficiently.
• Innovative: Continually improving and advancing our practices to meet the needs of our clients and each other.
• Guided by Integrity: Doing the right thing all the time.
• Collaborative and Team-Oriented: Willing to ask questions and talk through any issues that may arise.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assignments and deadlines of cases competently, including court-ordered deadlines and hearing dates.
  • Research of legal issues as assigned.     
  • Review and draft legal pleadings
• Communicate professionally to clients, courts, and other counsel.
• Prepare discovery requests and responses.
• Working with clients to secure necessary information and documents related to the discovery.
• Prepare motions.
• Prepare for depositions and trials.
• Review deposition transcripts with a critical eye and summarize the same.
• Prepare for all facets of trials when necessary.
• Appear in Court as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information.

Requirements:

• Experience
• At least 5 years in general litigation.
• Experience with real estate transactions, mechanics’ liens, construction, tax appeals, and/or land use is a plus.
• Relationships
• Be comfortable managing clients that are in conflict.
• Be able to effectively advise clients while maintaining the firm’s relationship with that client.
• Have a genuine interest in the facts and stories of clients.
• Skills
• Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook and Word.
• Familiarity with billable hours and case management software. Experience with Clio is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively multi-task.
• Must be licensed in Kansas and Missouri.  Pay will be commensurate with experience.  Supplemental merit-based bonuses are available on a rolling quarterly basis.  Benefits include health insurance, retirement savings, and free parking.  Flexible and collaborative work environment.  Potential for advancement within our firm.  Meaningful work for our clients. 

• We recognize that the best legal teams are built on trust and collaboration, which is why we are open to the possibility of the successful candidate bringing their paralegal with them to ensure continuity and success in handling cases.