Staff Attorney - St. Louis Metro Region

About the role

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent the Department in the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd judicial circuits, managed by the St. Louis Metro Region Litigation office. The position is located at the Page State Office Building at 9900 Page Ave, St. Louis MO. Internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as alternate office space may be available.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of varying issues and provide legal advice to DSS and its divisions
• Represent and provide legal advice to DSS and its divisions in courts and administrative hearings in your assigned area
• Defend child abuse and neglect findings made by DSS
• Ensure the confidentiality of information maintained by DSS
• Work closely with DSS and its divisions and provide legal advice related to DSS services and cases

Requirements

• A juris doctor from an accredited institution and membership in good standing with the Missouri Bar
• Competent research and writing skills are required
• Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, family, and administrative law are preferred but not required

Qualifications

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees. The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Skills

Competent research and writing skills are required. Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, family, and administrative law are preferred but not required.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Pay

$74,974.80 - $90,189.58 (Commensurate with experience)

Schedule

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (with flexibility to accommodate professional goals and workload)