Staff Attorney- Consumer Law Program

Responsibilities

• Conducting client interviews and maintaining good client communication
• Conducting legal research and analysis
• Investigating and gathering facts for cases
• Handling all aspects of client litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery, service of summons and subpoenas, motion practice, depositions, trial preparation, and trials
• Participating in community lawyering, educational presentations, and community outreach
• Participating in LSEM's systemic advocacy efforts, including identifying ways and means to make significant impacts in our communities
• Collaborating with funders and community partners
• Supervising law student interns
• Other duties as assigned by the supervising attorney

Requirements

• JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted)
• Strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility and teamwork
• Ability to work with low-income clients
• Willingness to collaborate with community stakeholders
• Strong advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new technology to improve client services

What We Do

LSEM advances justice through legal representation, education, and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness, and create opportunities for those in need.

Who We Are

At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, we embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages, and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We seek to hire individuals from a variety of backgrounds, who are professional, collaborative, and creative thinkers with a passion for our mission, and create an environment where everyone can thrive.

How to Apply

Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application at this link. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Salary & Benefits Information

The annual salary range for this position is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary offered to a candidate will be based on their relevant years of experience. There are opportunities for advancement, including raises. Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending accounts. An in-person/remote hybrid work option is available, after an adequate initial in-person training period.

Submission Deadline

Applications will be considered until position is filled.

Equal Access

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s office is available to those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process. Contact Human Resources at HR@lsem.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.