Legal Assistant - Southwest

State of Missouri; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri's Division of Legal Services is seeking a Legal Assistant in Springfield, MO to provide essential administrative and legal support to multiple Litigation attorneys in juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court matters. You will draft instruments, manage case files, and handle correspondence under attorney supervision.

The role focuses on permanency cases and collaboration within a diverse team of legal staff across the state, offering a benefits-rich public-service career

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2–4 years of experience in a legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative and legal support to attorneys.
• File legal documents and facilitate case management.
• Draft legal instruments and correspondence.

Skills

Legal environment experience

Administrative support

Education

Associate degree

Job description

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) is looking for a(n) Legal Assistant to join our team in the Southwest Section, located in Springfield, MO. Job Posting Number: 4106 8869039. Semi-monthly salary: The current rate for this position is $1,970.39. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay). Annual salary: $47,289.36. Job Location: This position is located at 149 Park Central Sq. Springfield, MO 65806 All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available. Why you’ll love this position: Are you passionate about public service? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Missouri children and families? Join our team of professionals providing legal support to attorneys that represent the Department of Social Services (DSS) in court, with special focus on permanency including reunification with a parent, guardianship, termination of parental rights/adoption, and other planned permanent living arrangements. At DLS, you’ll enjoy collaborating as part of a diverse team of attorneys and legal support staff located in offices all around the state. What You’ll Do This is a first-level legal support position responsible for directly supporting multiple Litigation attorneys who advise and represent the Department and its program divisions in various types of cases in juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court, and administrative hearings. The duties of this position include providing direct administrative and legal support to attorneys in the regional office. Under the guidance and direction of an attorney, a Legal Assistant may perform research, file legal documents, facilitate case management, and draft legal instruments and correspondence. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree or 2-4 years of experience in a legal environment. (Substitutions may be allowed.) Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. 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. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. If you have questions about this position, please contact: Marina Wagner at [e-mail]. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at [e-mail] or call 573-526-0416. Recruitment Area: All Qualified Candidates. Application Deadline: October 22, 2026