Jobs for Missouri Lawyers

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1691	OPSRG CORPORATE COUNSEL, ETHICS, TRADE AND COMPLIANCE - Monsanto, an Agricultural industry leader creating scientific breakthroughs around the world, has an immediate opening for a highly qualified individual to join our team. The Monsanto Company Office of Policy, Stewardship, Regulation and Government (OPSRG) has an opening for the position of Corporate Counsel. OPSRG Corporate Counsel provides legal advice and policy guidance to the Corporation, both directly and through the use of outside counsel. This position calls for the utmost integrity and accountability and requires the successful candidate to assist the OPSRG in managing a broad range of legal and policy matters with specific focus on the Monsanto Company's Code of Business Conduct, compliance with anticorruption laws such as The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and trade law matters (e.g. anti-boycott; Customs - Trade Partnership Against Terrorism; export classification and clearance; and sanctioned party screening). This Corporate Counsel will research and actively respond-both verbally and in writing- to a caseload of domestic and international legal matters dealing with ethics, trade, compliance and business transactions. Occasionally Corporate Counsel will be asked to advocate externally legal and policy initiatives which promote the company's interests. As a member of the law department, Corporate Counsel will provide support to a diverse, global client group, focusing on those specific areas of the law as may be assigned from time to time. Job Responsibilities • Provide legal support and guidance on matters relating to compliance, ethics and general trade law matters, including potential issues of noncompliance • Handle routine corporate FCPA matters • Coordinate internal and external resources, as needed, to investigate allegations of fraud and make appropriate recommendations • Ensure all ethics-related programs meet Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, and the structure as set forth in the Open Compliance and Ethics Group (OCEG) framework. • Conduct periodic compliance risk analyses to identify and prioritize potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk of illegal, unethical or improper conduct • Provide advice, counsel and training to Monsanto business leaders in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to US Customs regulations, Export Administration, Office of Foreign Assets Controls, anti-boycott and other government agency requirements • Participate as member of internal Global Trade Network team, having authority for export compliance policy and procedural implementation across Monsanto around the globe • Support Internal Audit efforts for oversight of the business, affiliates, and freight forwarders for compliance to export procedures/policies, assist in development of corrective action plans to address deficiencies and/or add new controls for meeting regulatory changes domestically and internationally • Participation on Monsanto compliance committees and related international regional working groups • Advise on global anti-corruption policy development and emerging issues in corporate compliance • Support the Director of Business Conduct in analysis and management of conflicts of interest policy, lobbying and government official interaction, and other routine legal matters involving requests for guidance made of the Business Conduct Office • Work collaboratively with other members of OPSRG and the company on current and proposed company policies and initiatives (e.g., Human Rights, Business Conduct, U.S. federal lobbying and reporting) • Manage outside counsel to ensure high quality, cost-effective legal support and representation • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, trustworthiness and sound judgment in all areas Basic Qualifications: • Juris Doctor degree • Demonstrated academic and professional excellence • Member of at least one state bar • Minimum three years of work experience as an attorney in a law firm, government or in-house legal department with relevant experience Required Competencies: • Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and project management skills • Rapid information assimilation ability • Dimensional and creative thought in issue identification and resolution • Personal and professional growth orientation • Agility with change management and prioritization skills • Team orientation with the ability to work in a matrix organization Preferred Qualifications & Background: • Ethics and compliance expertise, including Sarbanes-Oxley, FCPA, conflicts of interest, import and export law • Commercial law experience with a multinational corporation • Background in public policy and government relations • Corporate policy development and implementation • Multi-lingual Please note that only applications submitted through the Monsanto career website will be considered for this position. To view a more complete and detailed job description of this exciting position, please visit our website at www.monsanto.com and to apply online select req. # 000V9. We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits package. Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
1690	TAX AND ERISA ATTORNEY - Edward Jones – St. Louis, Missouri .Reference number: 323743 Branch/Customer Focus: The ERISA/Tax Attorney is responsible for providing legal advice and support variety of retirement-related projects and issues, which have state, federal and global tax implications. In addition, the Tax Attorney will be responsible for interpreting tax laws and regulations as they impact Edward Jones, including laws and regulations pertaining to client tax reporting issues, regulatory notifications and the approval of special beneficiary designations. Requirements: A degree in Law (JD) is required. Must be a member in good standing of a state bar and able to be admitted to practice law in the State of Missouri. A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated work experience in the area of tax law. Specific knowledge of and experience with ERISA is preferred. Knowledge of Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit plans with an ability to effectively communicate complex legal and tax-related information. Extensive experience in government reporting. (1099R, 1099, 5498, 990T, 945, Schedule B, etc.). Ability to research complex tax and legal issues, and respond quickly to clients and third parties, while managing all expectations to a high level of satisfaction. Strong negotiation, verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Proficiency working with many priorities and deadlines. Send resume to: susan.pollnow@edwardjones.com. (posted November 17, 2009)
1689	ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL - Assistant General Counsel, Department of Economic Development. Assist general counsel in all aspects of work pertaining to department, including tax credit and loan programs and documentation, support for boards and commissions, human resources, administrative work, and work before the personnel advisory board. Min qualifications: Graduation from accredited law school, membership in Missouri Bar, two years experience practicing law. Salary range: $42,000 - $50,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Please submit application and resume electronically by November 30, 2009 to rachel.potts@ded.mo.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Department of Economic Development, P.O. Box 118, Jefferson City, MO 65102. (posted November 17, 2009)
1688	ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - Southeast Missouri Network Against Sexual Violence- www.semonasv.org - An accredited Child Advocacy Center and Adult Rape Crisis Center - SEMO-NASV seeks a highly motivated, progressive thinking leader with a proven track record of nonprofit direct service care and management experience. The agency serves clients in a 10 county area of southeast Missouri. Professional Credentials required: • Master’s degree in human services, preferably a LCSW • licensed nurse practitioner trained as a SANE provider • licensed therapist with trauma systems therapy experience • licensed attorney with experience in prosecution of sexual abuse cases • master degree law enforcement officer trained in sexual abuse investigations. Successful candidate must have: • supervision and management experience • history of working with rural populations • successful grant writing experience • excellent written and verbal communication skills • extensive computer knowledge • willingness to provide direct services and administrative oversight. The agency offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, 12 paid holidays, retirement, and personal leave time. Base pay up to $50,000 per year with option for additional earnings. If you are a person who “thinks outside the box”, is a hard worker and sets high standards for yourself and others, this is the opportunity you have been seeking. Send resume and names and contact information of 3 professional references to: uaziz@semonasv.org. Deadline for application: Open until filled. (posted November 17, 2009)
1687	ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Midsized defense firm in Clayton in the process of evaluating hiring needs for 2010 for associates with 2-5 years experience handling defense of personal injury and first party claims. If interested please send resume and salary expectations to Gary Paul, gpaul@brinkerdoyen.com. (posted November 12, 2009)
1686	LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Macy’s, Inc. is seeking an experienced litigation attorney for to join the legal department at the St. Louis, Missouri location. Job Description: ·Litigate cases on behalf of the company by conducting all litigation tasks, including research; writing briefs/motions; interviewing witnesses; investigating; drafting/responding to discovery; taking/defending depositions; mediating; negotiating; preparing for trial and arbitration; communicating with client, local counsel and opposing party. ·Participate in inter-departmental conferences, committees, meetings, and task forces. Job Requirements ·Law degree from an accredited university. ·2 - 5 years experience in litigation. ·Current active license to practice law is required. ·Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills. ·Proficient in computer research and Word; knowledge of Excel helpful. ·Must be able to handle multiple priorities. · Proven managerial and leadership skills preferred. · Ability to work in a team environment. · Nationwide travel required. If interested, apply on-line at www.macysjobs.com. (posted November 12, 2009)
1684	CONTRACT NEGOTIATION/ADMINISTRATION - REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS will use negotiating and real estate skills resolving real estate issues at an exciting major telecommunications company. Duties and experience to include, but not limited to: • Contract Negotiation • Developing and Revising Agreements • Reviewing/Verifying Invoices • Permitting • Surveys • Title Work • Administrative Duties This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in this exciting and ever changing field. You would be working with a highly respected, major telecommunications company based in Overland Park, KS. Standard hours are Monday–Friday 8AM–5PM with little or no travel. TERRA2 offers a competitive wage and benefits package which includes: employer assisted Health benefits, employer paid dental and vision, long term disability and a SIMPLE IRA plan with employer matching. Requirements: • JD • Strong contract negotiation skills • Team Player • Experience in Commercial Real Estate, Facility Management, Telecommunications lease negotiations in addition to real estate permitting, surveys, title work, and closings highly desired. • Computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems easily PLEASE SEND QUALIFIED RESUMES TO: mweissman@terra2.net. (posted November 11, 2009)
1683	ATTORNEY I - ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: MINIMUM: $47,814. MAXIMUM: $71,266. Normal entry salary is $47,814. NATURE OF WORK: This is entry-level legal work in the City Counselor’s Office which may include practice in the areas of municipal prosecutions, problem properties, civil litigation, and/or municipal or development agency contracts and real estate matters. The current vacancy is for a term position which is funded by a Federal grant for a three year project in the Problem Properties Unit. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a school of law approved by the Committee on Legal Education of the American Bar Association. Membership in the Missouri Bar will be required before certification to a vacant position. Applicants must also meet the following criteria: Graduation in the top two-thirds of the applicant’s law school class; or if no rank is available, then applicant must provide an explanation of the school’s grading system and a description of academic accomplishments. Applicants must submit the following documents with their applications: 1) Verification of professional credentials, including membership in the Missouri Bar (if applicable) and law school transcripts; 2) Two legal writing samples; 3) A current resume listing professional references. LAST DATE FOR FILING APPLICATION IS DECEMBER 4, 2009. Applications can be submitted on the Internet but supporting documentation must be submitted separately by the deadline. Visit the city web site at www.stlouiscity.com and link to Jobs with the City. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS AND THEIR WEIGHTS: ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND WRITING SAMPLE: 30%. ORAL INTERVIEW: 70% A limited number of applicants may be called for the oral interview based on an evaluation of their academic qualifications as listed on the resume or application and an evaluation of the writing samples. Please fully describe any work experience and educational achievements (e.g. rank, honors, service on law journal or review, service on Moot Court, published law review article, etc.) on application, resume, or addendum. (posted November 11, 2009)
1682	Lutheran Senior Services Lutheran Senior Services was recently named as a Best Place to Work in St. Louis. For us, being “the best” is simple … it starts with our people. With a 150-year legacy of honoring and cherishing those we serve, our people provide a broad spectrum of quality services in a Christian environment. We are people with a mission. Our job satisfaction comes from making a difference. The 12th largest not-for-profit senior network in the nation, Lutheran Senior Services meets the needs of more than 7,000 older adults each year through senior living communities, affordable housing, in-home services and hospice care. Lutheran Senior Services welcomes residents, clients, and employees from all beliefs and faith practices. Interested Applicants please apply online to www.lssliving.org or email resume to ssmith@lssmo.org. EOE. DEPARTMENT: Home Office REPORTS TO: Primary report is to the Chief Operating Officer, also reports to the President regarding corporate legal issues and compensable events. PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this dual role is to provide guidance and counsel to the strategic goals of corporate compliance and risk reduction throughout the organization. RISK MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include directing risk financing and loss control programs; planning, development and implementation of processes that aim at reducing loss frequency and loss severity at Lutheran Senior Services. Prepares loss analysis, identifies exposures and recommends solutions; effectively supports management’s strategic goals through the integration and application of risk management techniques that are supportive of Lutheran Senior Services mission and values. Provides legal consultation for corporate officers and administrators in loss prevention and claims management and carries out programs of the Caring Communities Insurance Company. Is available for consultation on matters outside of normal business hours. Supports the mission and vision of Lutheran Senior Services and upholds the core values and code of conduct for Lutheran Senior Services. Essential Duties: • Develops, maintains and monitors the organization-wide risk reduction, risk control and risk transfer techniques program. Advises on, or recommends policies, procedures, and related activity that reduce organizational exposures to financial and/or legal liability. Drafts, reviews or recommends contracts, agreements or other documents to ensure effective and adequate protections for the organization or individuals in the organization. • Develop and maintain event and accident reporting system for residents and visitors. Manages claims, related investigations and maintains system for securing documents. Conducts sentinel event investigations and root cause analysis and reports findings to appropriate parties and to the insurance carrier. • Collects, analyzes, and evaluates relevant loss and exposure data. From this, plan, review and monitor adequacy of policies, procedures and work-practices regarding risk reduction, mitigation and control. Recommends and/or advises on course of actions that results in measurable risk reduction to the organization, staff, customers, vendors, contractors, visitors and the overall community. • Works in a collaborative manner with Director of Safety, Director of Performance Improvement, Administrators and leadership of the organization. Provides support, and guidance to all departments reflecting sound risk management principles that support the service and financial goals and responsibilities of the organization. • Works effectively with Home Office and insurance company claims management and legal counsel in the preparation of testimony, evidence or other matters related to actual or potential litigation. Manages professional liability claims including negotiating settlements, drafting agreements and waivers, compiling responses to discovery, preparation of witnesses and analysis of potentially compensable events. • Researches and distributes current versions of related program manuals, regulatory updates, guidelines, advisory bulletins, fraud alerts and other documents as needed. Stays abreast of Fair Housing Laws, employment laws, and other laws affecting the organization. Provides reviews and analyses of recent health, compliance and employment law cases pertinent to the organization and its various divisions. • Prepares annual Risk Management Report for Board of Directors and twice annual reports for the Operations Committee of the Board of Directors. Produces monthly report of reportable events by community or service line. • Chairs Risk Steering Committee. Develops effective staff and leadership educational programs and implements the Risk Designee Training Program. Participates in community based Risk Committees in an advisory capacity. Participates in the Operations Council. • Represents the organization in Missouri DHSS or Illinois Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) hearings, professional and general liability mediations, settlement negotiations, contractual issues, and in employment suits including participating in hearings, depositions and trials as appropriate. • Acts as the liaison between the organization and insurance companies or third party administrators regarding lawsuits and claims for compensation. Selects or recommends outside legal representation in workers’ compensation, professional and general liability claims. CORPORATE COMPLIANCE OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES: In this dual role, the Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and assisting in the implementation and administration of the Integrity Management (corporate compliance) Plan. The CCO carries out these responsibilities within the guidelines of policies established by and with the authority of the Board of Directors. This position works in concert and provides performance improvement leadership, guidance and support to all levels of the organization. Essential Duties: • Promotes compliance with applicable laws and regulations and ensures the LSS Corporate Compliance Plan is implemented. Recommends changes to the plan as the organization evolves. • Establishes organization/wide integrity management (compliance) and provide compliance related education, training and implementation of compliance processes. Develops and monitors compliance indicators and maintains documentation that demonstrates the effectiveness of the compliance plan. • Conducts, oversees and/or coordinates with the appropriate management level to conduct internal investigations and coordinates as needed with legal counsel. Oversees corrective action is taken in the event LSS would be out of compliance with its plan or with regulatory agencies. • Provides regular reports to corporate Officers and the Board of Director with regard to compliance program activity, corrective action plans, critical issues, training, procedure implementation and program effectiveness. • Participates with Lutheran Senior Services leadership in developing and reviewing the organization’s operational plans, and policies regarding compliance and integrity standards. • Chairs the Lutheran Senior Services Corporate Compliance Committee. Provides leadership and support relative to compliance related matters concerning organizational contracts, services, policies as well as financial and standards of resident care and, where needed coordinates these activities with legal counsel. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises Clinical Risk Manager KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: To be effective in this role the individual must: • Possess strong interpersonal skills and must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, ranging from executives to entry level workers. Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all the communities/departments and staff members. • Have the ability to assess situations, consider alternatives and choose/recommend appropriate courses of action in a proactive manner. Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions and make recommendations based on this data. • Be knowledgeable in federal and state (MO and IL) laws that govern employment, disability, fair housing, OSHA, and licensed nursing care etc. • Be knowledgeable in laws that govern Medicare and Medicaid program and reimbursements. • Possess strong computer skills and is able to use various software programs such as Event tracking (Risk-Pro or similar programs), Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. • Have a strong working knowledge of ethical business practices, health law and corporate compliance. • Be able to do public speaking and to teach people with a variety of learner abilities. • Be able to create systems and work flow processes. Must be able to organize work efficiently and plan own work to meet schedules and must demonstrate accuracy in work. • Be able to work independently, confidentially and collaboratively with members of the facility management team and members of the corporate office staff. Demonstrates a self-directed approach to completing work duties. • Be able to stay focused on details, think creatively, and problem solve. • Be proficient in the use of telephone, fax machine, copy machine, computer, calculator, Microsoft Office software, Internet, voice mail and other software data bases. • Demonstrate a competence in principles of management, leadership, use of the organization’s resources, and in ethics and integrity. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing, or other related health care field is required. Juris Doctor in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois is preferred. Experience: a minimum of five (5) years experience in leadership positions in health care organization and three (3) years experience in the area(s) of health law or as a risk manager in a health care setting. Knowledge and experience in long term care is preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Licensure as an attorney in the State of Missouri is preferred; licensure as a Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Home Administrator is preferred. • This position requires the incumbent to travel to all Lutheran Senior Services communities.
1677	ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL & ASSISTANT SECRETARY - $3 billion publicly traded industrial company seeks an M&A and securities attorney with 6+ years experience to join its lean legal department. This position offers a leading role as legal counsel on matters pertaining to mergers & acquisitions (55%), ’34 Act securities compliance and corporate governance (45%), and corporate finance (5%). As lead corporate counsel, this position has significant contact with executives at the highest level of the company. Prior experience directly counseling public company board members, especially Audit Committee and Compensation Committee members, is strongly preferred. An undergraduate accounting degree or CPA designation is preferred. Having an MBA or additional business experience is also helpful. Three persons employed in this position have succeeded in becoming General Counsels of this and other peer companies. Please submit resume to the attention of Aaron Williams of Aaron Consulting, Inc. at aaron@aaronlaw.com. (posted November 6, 2009)
1676	ASSISTANT COUNSEL - St. John Health System in Tulsa, Oklahoma seeks an Assistant Counsel. The Assistant Counsel provides legal support to all levels and groups within the Health System and reports directly to the General Counsel. The Assistant Counsel will analyze and revise policies, review and revise contracts, prepare and file corporate documents, and assist with discovery. Must have at least 3 years of experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and drafting and filing corporate documents. Health law experience preferred. Please apply online at http://www.sjmc.org/. (posted November 6, 2009)
1675	ASSOCIATE - Murphy Wasinger, L.C. seeks an attorney with 1 to 4 years of experience to handle commercial litigation, banking, foreclosure and loan workouts. Must be licensed in Missouri and Illinois. Please e-mail your resume to: dwasinger@mwlawlc.net. (posted November 4, 2009)
1674	STAFF ATTORNEY - Seeking a Staff Attorney with PBM experience in sunny San Diego! About MedImpact: Headquartered in San Diego since 1989, MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc., is the nation's largest pharmacy benefit management (PBM) company that does not sell drugs. Now in its 20th year, the company currently serves more than 32 million individuals nationwide. MedImpact clients include Fortune 500 corporations and employers, unions, managed care organizations, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, as well as local, state and federal employee programs. MedImpact bases its success on delivering innovative products and services designed to lower overall client cost while increasing member satisfaction and quality of care. Position Summary: Provide analysis and counsel on legal, policy, and regulatory issues related to the healthcare/PBM industry. Anticipate, counsel and mitigate legal risks facing the company. Develop and recommend company policy and position on legal issues. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: PBM pharmacy network contracting including complex pricing and regulatory analysis. Review vendor, client, and other contracts for legal sufficiency. Write, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, articles, and other documents. Assist management on all corporate, legal and regulatory matters as assigned. Develop and recommend company policy and position on legal issues. Conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues. Handle long-term and/or complex legal projects with significant financial or other business impact. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Experience - 6-10 years of applicable law practice experience in healthcare, preferably in the pharmacy benefit management area. Education - Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school. Special Skills & Certificates - Possess a Law Degree with admission to the California State Bar. PBM pharmacy network experience - Medicare Part D. PBM contracting experience (highly desirable). Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and safeguard private information. Ability to write business legal reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to senior management. Ability to respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers and business community. Possess strong business and financial acumen as well as excellent analytical and writing skills. Have extensive knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to the PBM industry. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations. Possess a high level of ethics and integrity. Possess general PC computer experience including MS Office. Experience with electronic legal research tools. Experience with contract law. Experience resolving conflict between groups with opposing perspectives, agendas, or priorities. Experience in contracting with government agencies. Ability to draft and negotiate complex multi-party agreements. Ability to advise on complex regulatory and legal issues. Possess a thorough understanding of legal issues affecting the PBM industry and how they relate to MedImpact's business practices. Please send your resume to julia.russo@medimpact.com. No third party agencies! (posted November 4, 2009)
1673	ATTORNEY - Experienced attorney with excellent writing skills needed for defense of complex civil litigation cases. Contract, flexible compensation, profit sharing, and work schedule arrangements will be considered, depending upon the person. Missouri and Kansas licenses required. Office located in Lawrence, Kansas, remodeled warehouse space. Apply with 2 writing samples from civil cases, resume, and references to Mark Buck, markbuck@fairchildandbuck.com, or by mail to P.O.Box 865, Lawrence, KS 66044. Special consideration will be given to prior judicial clerk experience. (posted November 4, 2009)
1672	LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING ASSOCIATE - For downtown St. Louis litigation firm. Client seeks an associate with 2 – 4 years experience to perform legal research and writing. This is a direct hire position. Requirements: top tier law school, top third or higher class rank, excellent law firm experience and both Missouri and Illinois licenses. For immediate and confidential consideration, please forward your electronic resume and salary requirements to juristemps@juristemps.com. (posted October 28, 2009)
1671	LAWYER, PART-TIME, CORPORATE LEGAL DEPARTMENT, ST. LOUIS - Lawyer needed, part-time for corporate legal department, 10-15 hours per week, $30 per hour. Missouri and Illinois licenses are required. Corporate offices are in the Westport Area of St. Louis County. This interesting position involves professional negligence defense, a wide variety of corporate and business matters, and employment law. Some travel is required. Please email your resume to HR@mwaserv.com. (posted October 23, 2009)
1669	LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Berkowitz Oliver Williams Shaw & Eisenbrandt seeks a civil litigation associate with 2-3 years experience. Candidate must have excellent academic record and be licensed in MO and KS. Please send resume to Kim Jackson at kjackson@bowse-law.com. (posted October 21, 2009)
1668	LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Foley & Mansfield, a professional limited liability partnership, is a national law firm with more than 100 attorneys in offices from coast to coast. We provide legal expertise, creative solutions and extensive trial experience for large corporations, small businesses and individuals. We are seeking an attorney with 1-3 years experience in insurance defense with an emphasis on toxic tort litigation preferred along with outstanding academic credentials to join our litigation practice in St. Louis, Missouri. Candidates must be licensed in both Missouri and Illinois. In return for your talents, we offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package which includes flexible benefits for healthcare and dental, life, long and short term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, professional learning and development, balance of life/work environment, casual dress and more. Send your cover letter and resume to careers@foleymansfield.com. (posted October 20, 2009)
1665	PROSECUTING ATTORNEY - The Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has an opening for an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. Job duties include handling traffic, and misdemeanor dockets and trials. Salary commensurate with experience. The position is available for a limited term of one year with the possibility of extension. Submit resume to G. John Richards, P.O. Box 319, Troy, MO 63379. (posted October 13, 2009)
1662	PRODUCT LIABILITY ATTORNEY - Rasmussen, Willis, Dickey & Moore, LLC, an 18-attorney firm located in south Kansas City, has an opening in the firm’s national product liability defense section for an attorney with a minimum of 5 years’ litigation experience, including substantial trial practice experience. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, challenging environment. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits and a collegial working environment. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Send resume, references and writing sample to Rasmussen, Willis, Dickey & Moore, LLC, 9200 Ward Parkway, Suite 400, Kansas City, MO 64114. Fax 816-960-1669. Email: rpener@rwdmlaw.com. (posted October 13, 2009)
1655	ATTORNEY, LEGAL SERVICES - Overview: The Attorney, Legal Services will be responsible for providing general legal and corporate support to Ascension Health-IS and the Symphony project, general legal support and services to Ascension Health, provide legal support to Ascension Health Management, assist with oversight and coordination regarding the use of outside legal counsel and provide overall support to the Senior Vice President, Legal Services & General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Services & Associate General Counsel. Responsibilities: It is expected that all of the duties and responsibilities of this position will be performed in a manner which is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of Ascension Health. Provide legal services and support for the operations and management of Ascension Health-IS and Symphony, working directly with the Chief Information Officer and Senior Vice President, Program Executive. Provide legal support to Senior Vice President, Legal Services & General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Services & Associate General Counsel. Assist with the in-house legal function for Ascension Health in cooperation with the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel, including the provision of legal services and assist in managing outside legal relationships. Assist in the development of communications methods to share legal knowledge throughout the System. Assist in the legal review of projects that are submitted to Ascension Health for approval. Serve as a member of various Ascension Health work groups, committees and teams, as appropriate, where the strategic or legal advice and counsel of a lawyer are appropriate. Qualifications: Excellence in academic achievement, with a J.D. or a L.L.M. awarded by an ABA accredited law school. A minimum of 5 years legal experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating information technology contracts, preferably for organizations in the healthcare industry. Expertise and the ability to provide advice and counsel on legal issues of health care organizations, including IT contracting and operations. A team player, with the willingness and the ability to help guide Ascension Health Management in addressing the multiple challenges and opportunities associated with the changing nature of healthcare delivery. Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to relate directly and openly with diverse internal and external constituencies; strong negotiation skills; a committed listener. Apply online at http://www.ascensionhealth.org/. Choose Career Opportunities, then System Office Opportunities (St. Louis, MO), and then type "attorney" in the keywords box. (posted October 2, 2009)
1642	ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - JOPLIN - We are an AV rated litigation firm located in SW Missouri looking for an attorney licensed in Missouri with 1-3 years experience and exceptional research and writing skills. Successful applicant must be able to show excellent academic record, graduation in the top 10% of class preferred. Competitive benefit package with 401(k), and relocation allowance may be available. Starting salary, $75,000. Background check and substance-use check required prior to hire. Send resume, transcript, and verifiable work-related references to ATTN: Business Manager, PO Box 1693, Joplin, MO 64801-1693. (posted September 21, 2009)
1641	ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - CAPE GIRARDEAU - Solo practioner, is seeking an associate with 0-2 years experience for help in his general practice. Personal injury, workers' compensation, social secuirty are areas of emphasis, but also criminal, domestic and general civil. Salary will be based on experince, and will include incentive bonuses. Please call Andrew R. Tarry at 573-651-8644 if interested to schedule an interview. (posted September 21, 2009)
1640	ATTORNEYS WANTED TO HELP EXPAND A SMALL LAW FIRM - Small Missouri firm in Fenton, Missouri just starting out. I have 2-3 main business clients. I also do traffic/DWI work as well. Additionally, I have done and know how to do PI and Workers' Compensation cases. I am looking for other attorneys to bring in a book of business. This relationship could end up being a “partnership” and/or expense sharing relationship. The details of the “partnership” are open for discussion. Conceptually the arrangement will reduce both parties' overhead and increase profitability. Please respond to mgnade8302@yahoo.com. (posted September 21, 2009)
1631	CORPORATE COUNSEL, SAVVIS COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION - Exciting in-house Corporate Counsel opportunity with global leader in IT infrastructure services. Based at the company’s headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, and reporting to the Vice-President & Assistant General Counsel. Position will focus on drafting and negotiating commercial transactions, including complex IT and outsourcing arrangements. Front line transactional legal support for a professional sales force in a technology oriented industry is required. May assist with other corporate and commercial legal matters as necessary. Possess a JD or LLB degree from an accredited law school, is licensed to practice law, able to work in St. Louis, and has at least 5 years of direct, relevant experience. Please apply at www.savvis.net. The requisition number is 194004. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (posted September 2, 2009)
1628	PARTNER/SENIOR ASSOCIATE REAL ESTATE FINANCE ATTORNEY - If you are looking for the dream job, this is it! Our client, one of the most highly respected St. Louis law firms (silk stocking, but not uptight), is currently seeking a Partner/Senior Associate level attorney with a minimum of 7 years transactional experience for their Commercial Real Estate Division. The ideal candidate will have experience in TIF, Municipal Financing and be accomplished with Missouri Incentives. Excellent academic achievement is also needed. Must be a member in good standing of The Missouri Bar, or eligible for reciprocity. Our firm is mid-sized with an extremely collegial environment. With beautiful surroundings and a prestige Clayton address, we offer state of the art technology and a fantastic support staff. Portable business is not required for this position, but would be welcomed. Your clients will be impressed! What's the catch? There is none. The firm offers an excellent compensation package. It includes a very competitive salary, full (great) benefits, matching 401K, free parking, CLE and Association fees, liberal paid time off, generous bonus program and marketing support. Attorneys who join this firm generally retire as wealthy individuals. We experience very little turn over at any level. This position is open due to growth. For immediate consideration, please contact Patti Green at AOS Professional Services, a local, regional and national award winning legal/executive recruiting firm with more than 20 years of experience. All information is held in strict confidence. We and our clients are committed to workplace diversity. We look forward to hearing from you! Please email your resume to patti.aos@sbcglobal.net (MS Word doc or PDF, please) or by phone 314/542-6064. Qualified candidates can expect a prompt response. (posted August 28, 2009)
1627	ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Growing Disability Law Firm seeks Associate Attorney for Springfield, MO. Firm currently has 10 offices throughout Missouri and Kansas. Excellent benefits, 0-5 years experience. Travel is required. Email cover letter and resume’ to hr@danielparmelelaw.com. (posted August 28, 2009)
1625	BANKRUPTCY ASSOCIATE - Kansas City, Missouri AV rated small law firm is seeking a bankruptcy associate. Applicant must have 2-5 years bankruptcy practice experience and be licensed in Missouri and Kansas. Salary is based upon experience. Please submit cover letter and resume to: bankruptcypartner@yahoo.com. (posted August 26, 2009)