Legal Counsel

State of Missouri (Missouri Judiciary)

Clayton (MO)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan
Paid leave and holidays
Health insurance coverage

Job summary

The Missouri Judiciary is recruiting a Legal Counsel position to perform complex and varied professional legal work in Clayton, MO. The role involves providing legal research, analysis, technical support, representation in hearings, and interpretation of law to judges, commissioners, circuit clerks, or other administrators within the Missouri State Court System.

Key responsibilities include assisting pro se litigants in domestic and adult abuse matters, preparing legal documents, reviewing court

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited law school is required.
  • Six years of experience in the practice of law or equivalent.
  • Experience in hearings or legal procedure is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal research, analysis, and interpretation of law to judges, commissioners, and administrators.
  • Represent the state in hearings and prepare legal documents and pleadings.
  • Assist pro se litigants in domestic and adult abuse matters and evaluate new or pending legislation.

Skills

Legal research
Legal analysis
Policy interpretation

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school

Job description

This opportunity was posted more than 30 days ago and no application deadline was provided. You can explore active listings below.

Graduation from an accredited law school and six years of experience in the practice of law.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: State of Missouri (Missouri Judiciary)
Location: Clayton, MO
Eligibility: Graduation from an accredited law school and six years of experience in the practice of law.
Deadline: Not specified
Fees: None
Description: The Missouri Judiciary is recruiting for a Legal Counsel position to perform complex and varied professional legal work. The role involves providing legal research, analysis, technical support, representation in hearings, and interpretation of law to judges, commissioners, circuit clerks, or other administrators within the Missouri State Court System. Key responsibilities include assisting pro se litigants in domestic and adult abuse matters, preparing legal documents, reviewing court forms, and evaluating new and pending legislation.
Benefits: Includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.
Contact Email: sharia.phillips@courts.mo.gov

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