Attorney I

Circuitattorney; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government legal office in St. Louis is seeking an Assistant Circuit Attorney at the Attorney I level. The role focuses on handling cases involving felonies and victim crimes, making charging decisions, and representing the people of St. Louis. Applicants must be members of the Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure. Ideal candidates should have strong skills in legal research, trial preparation, and managing case loads, along with a commitment to professional legal standards.

Qualifications

• Current member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure.
• Strong understanding of criminal law.
• Ability to manage complex case loads.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases involving moderately complex felonies.
• Make charging decisions and draft charging documents.
• Conduct trials and court appearances.

Skills

Legal research

Trial preparation

Case management

Interviewing witnesses

Drafting motions

Education

Membership in the Missouri Bar

Job description

The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Circuit Attorney at the level of Attorney I.

We are a fast-paced office devoted to a culture of excellence. This position offers an excellent training opportunity for attorneys interested in trying cases and pursuing a career as a prosecutor.

Qualifications

Must be a current member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure in the State of Missouri.

Duties

This position includes handling all aspects of cases involving moderately complex, low, and mid-level felonies, including some victim crimes, representing the people of the City of St. Louis, State of Missouri.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Investigation, including review of evidence and official reports
• Interviewing and deposing witnesses and victims
• Making charging decisions and drafting charging documents
• Performing legal research and writing memos
• Conducting bond review and detention hearings
• Conducting preliminary and grand jury hearings
• Preparing and answering discovery
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Conducting bench and jury trials
• Frequent court appearances with the highest level of professionalism
• Skillful management of case load
• Provide legal guidance and instruction to junior attorneys
• Participating in continued legal education as required by the Missouri Bar