Public Defender Trial Attorney — Impactful Criminal Defense in MO

State-of-Missour; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

Missouri Public Defender System (MSPD) seeks a Public Defender Trial Attorney to provide zealous, high‑quality representation to indigent clients across Missouri. You will develop relationships with clients, advise them, conduct investigations, and appear in court for dockets and hearings.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, reviewing discovery, preparing motions and briefs, and ensuring strong client communication throughout the case.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Missouri or eligible for admission/transfer.
• Strong advocacy and communication skills for indigent clients.
• Ability to manage diverse caseload and work in varied settings.

Responsibilities

• Advocate zealously for clients across all criminal matter phases.
• Conduct investigations, review reports, and prepare motions and briefs.
• Represent clients in court and at scheduled dockets and appearances.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.

Skills

Client Advocacy

Legal Research

Courtroom Advocacy

Communication Skills

Case Management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Missouri Bar Admission

Job description

Missouri Public Defender System (MSPD) seeks a Public Defender Trial Attorney to provide zealous, high‑quality representation to indigent clients across Missouri. You will develop relationships with clients, advise them, conduct investigations, and appear in court for dockets and hearings.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, reviewing discovery, preparing motions and briefs, and ensuring strong client communication throughout the case.