Seven years of experience in municipal, civil, or criminal law
Active member of the Missouri Bar Association
Familiarity with County Charter and state law
Strong leadership and management skills
Responsibilities
Assist the County Counselor in managing non-litigation legal work
Lead and conduct all civil law business for the County when appointed
Advise high-level County officials on policy formulation and modifications
Exercise powers and duties as outlined by County Charter and state law
Support the County Counselor's Office in achieving its legal objectives
Benefits
Opportunity to work on diverse legal matters in a government setting
Engagement with high-level County officials and community leaders
Stable government employment with potential for career advancement
Supportive role within the legal framework of local governance
Contribution to the development of County policies and legal practices
Full Job Description
Department: County Counselor
Grade: 360NM
Salary: $118,500 - $165,000/year
Job Duties:
Responsible for providing litigation training and education to associates within the office; responsible for all litigation matters pending within the Office of the County Counselor.
Prosecutes and defends suits on behalf of the County before the courts and administrative tribunals of the State of Missouri and its political subdivisions and in all federal courts and administrative bodies.
Prosecutes and defends on behalf of the County all civil appeals to appellate courts such as the Missouri Court of Appeals, the Missouri Supreme Court, and the United States Court. The work consists principally of the perfection of the record in the appeals to court, researching and drafting legal briefs, and verbal arguments before the court
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university of law.
Seven years of responsible experience in municipal, and civil or criminal law.
Must be a member of the Missouri Bar Association
Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
