Attorney II

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

Job summary

A municipal law office in St. Louis is looking for an experienced Assistant Circuit Attorney to manage cases involving moderate felony crimes. Candidates must have 2-4 years of trial experience and be a member of the Missouri Bar. The role involves conducting investigations, managing a case load, and providing guidance to junior attorneys. This position offers an excellent opportunity for mid-level attorneys passionate about serving the community and enjoying courtroom experience.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-4 years of trial experience.
• Current member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases involving moderately complex felonies.
• Conduct investigations and interviews of witnesses.
• Make charging decisions and draft legal documents.
• Represent the City of St. Louis in court.
• Guide junior attorneys and participate in legal education.

Skills

Trial experience

Legal research

Case management

Professionalism in court

Interviewing witnesses

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 III.

We are a fast-paced office devoted to a culture of excellence interested in someone with 2-4 years of trial experience capable of hitting the ground running with some supervision and training.

This is an excellent opportunity for mid- level attorneys who have a desire to serve the St. Louis community and enjoy trying cases.

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- 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
• Conducting probation revocations hearings
• 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