The Family Court of St. Louis County is seeking an attorney to perform full time legal work as a juvenile defense counsel in delinquency cases. The position is subject to annual renewal and continued availability of funding.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited law school, possession of a current license to practice law in the State of Missouri, at least two (2) years of trial experience preferably in juvenile, family or criminal law with additional years of trial experience or any equivalent experience being preferable. Applicants are not prohibited from engaging in the practice of law outside the terms of the contract where no conflict of interest exists. However, juvenile defense cases must take priority over all other cases including but not limited to dockets and case settings. Any office space and/or other accommodations provided by the Family Court shall not be used for any purpose other than to perform services under the terms of the contract entered into by the parties.
Applications must be received by 5 PM, Friday, April 21, 2023. For additional information about the position and application instructions, see Contract Juvenile Defense Attorney.
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