Staff Attorney II-III

22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF MISSOURI; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The 22nd Judicial Circuit Court seeks applicants for a Staff Attorney II-III. A Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law, and Missouri Bar in good standing, are required.

The role focuses on trial practices in Juvenile Law, with emphasis on analyzing legal issues and case outcomes. The staff attorney will perform legal research and writing, brief oral and written presentations, and handle criminal and family law matters.

Qualifications

• JD or LLB degree required.
• Missouri Bar in good standing.
• Knowledge of Juvenile Law trial practices.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written presentation ability.
• Knowledge of criminal and family law.
• Strong interviewing, communication, and computer skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Skills

Juris Doctor

Missouri Bar

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Oral & Written Presentation

Interviewing Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law Degree

Job description

POSITION DEFINITION: The 22nd Judicial Circuit Court seeks applicants for a Staff Attorney II-III. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law Degree and be a member of the Missouri Bar in good standing. Must possess thorough knowledge of trial practices in Juvenile Law. Ability to analyze legal issues and the probable outcome of a case. Must have legal research and writing skills as well as both oral and written presentation skills. Thorough knowledge of criminal and family law. Good interviewing, communicating, writing skills and strong computer skills are required. Must be at least 21 years of age. Starting salary for a Staff Attorney II is $75,244 and starting salary for a Staff Attorney III is $86,320. EOE For full job description: Staff Attorney II-III