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General Counsel

Purpose: The General Counsel is responsible for overseeing legal matters and providing legal advice, guidance, and support to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations to achieve the mission and purposes of The Missouri Bar. The General Counsel will provide strategic insights and take the lead in managing risks and protecting The Missouri Bar’s best interests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice to the Board of Governors and its Executive Committee and to departments and committees of The Missouri Bar Monitor and stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact The Missouri Bar to anticipate and identify legal issues and assist in developing legal strategies and solutions
• Provide guidance and compliance recommendations consistent with Keller v. State Bar of California and related cases as relevant to a unified state bar
• Conduct legal research; prepare legal documents (including opinions, memoranda, briefs, reports); and provide legal interpretations, risk analyses, and solution-oriented recommendations in support of the operations, strategic mission, and purposes of The Missouri Bar
• Oversee litigation matters, legal investigations, and other legal proceedings, working with external counsel when necessary
• Recommend and monitor the work of outside counsel
• Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts and agreements, including without limit, client contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, protecting The Missouri Bar’s interest.
• Recommend policy and procedure updates and assist with policy and procedure development
• Participate in meetings of the Board of Governors and its Executive Committee, and other meetings of staff or members of The Missouri Bar, to address legal issues
• Manage and coordinate special projects of strategic concern and/or legal importance to The Missouri Bar
• Proactively identify risks and propose solutions to mitigate or eliminate them
• Prepare and manage an annual budget for risk management
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Board of Governors

Required Education, Experience and Skills: The General Counsel must be licensed to practice law in Missouri and be a member of The Missouri Bar in good standing (or be eligible for admission to practice in Missouri within a reasonable time after employment). A juris doctorate degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school and ten or more years of experience practicing law are required. Five or more years of experience as a general counsel or in a senior legal leadership role are preferred. Understanding of corporate governance and demonstrated experience working with a governing body are also preferred. Proven ability to think strategically, analyze complex legal issues, and provide practical solutions.

• Strong organizational, verbal/written communication, and negotiation skills
• Commitment to excellence with high level of integrity and ethical standards
• Strong people skills, including the ability to be patient, discreet, and tactful and to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals and stakeholders
• Knowledge of the applicable laws and regulations and current and developing legal issues and trends that might affect the policy and operations of The Missouri Bar
• Ability to provide competent legal advice and counsel to the leadership of The Missouri Bar on a wide range of legal and policy issues
• Ability to anticipate and analyze intersecting legal, regulatory, and operational issues in a variety of regulated and risk areas
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies and solutions
• Even temperament and ability to deliver unwelcome advice, deal with unhappy stakeholders, and manage challenging situations
• Demonstrated leadership and experience managing or interacting with multiple workstreams and multiple departments or individuals
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team player
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Ability to successfully operate with ambiguous guidelines
• Ability to take initiative, proactively identifying opportunities and working towards solutions without waiting for direction while also keeping leadership informed
• Working knowledge of legal and office technology (such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams; Adobe Acrobat; and remote work technology) and willingness to learn evolving technology for purposes of effective administration
• Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of legal professionals, paraprofessionals, and consultants
• Knowledge of the judicial system and procedures
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures and requirements

FLSA Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: N/A

EOE

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to hrdept@mobar.org.

View all job openings at The Missouri Bar at MoBar.org/Working-at-the-bar.

Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator

Purpose: The Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator provides direct services and program support for the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative and the Missouri Lawyers’ Assistance Program, a confidential counseling program that serves lawyers, judges, law students, and their immediate family members. The clinician and coordinator provides counseling and support to lawyers, judges, law students, and their families dealing with a broad range of concerns including substance use, depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns, marital and family matters, work-related stress, and other personal challenges to enhance personal and professional success. The Lawyers’ Assistance Program Clinician and Well-Being Coordinator works to evaluate and assist legal professionals, refer for relevant services, grow and strengthen the program, and support the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative.

General Qualifications: This position requires a wide range of clinical experience, the ability to assist members of the legal profession, a willingness to be accessible to those seeking help, knowledge in the use of the DSM, responsiveness to those seeking help, ability to effectively manage crisis, ability to manage multiple priorities, sound clinical judgment, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. The position also requires assisting the Director in recruiting and training volunteers, maintaining an effective referral program, and planning and delivering educational programs.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in operating confidential helpline, serving lawyers, judges, law students, immediate family members, and concerned colleagues
• Provides assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, referrals, and follow-up with clients dealing with a broad range of concerns, including but not limited to, alcohol and other substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, stress and burnout, gambling, career transition, work-life balance, family, marital, and social concerns
• Provides services by phone, virtual platform, or in person, within scope of license
• Updates and maintains provider resource list
• Documents services and activities in a timely and accurate manner
• Prepares minutes for the Standing Committee on Well-Being in the Profession (WBIP) and the WBIP Stigma Subgroup
• Publicizes the initiative and the program, including writing relevant blog articles for use in Missouri Bar publications and social media
• Collaborates with the Missouri Lawyers’ Assistance Program director to increase program visibility and service utilization
• Provides staff support for the bar’s lawyer well-being initiative
• Maintains professional license and malpractice insurance
• Maintains high standards of confidentiality and professionalism
• Provides consultation on request
• Participates in other activities of the bar and performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a closely related field and current related Missouri license
• A minimum three years of relevant treatment experience
• Familiarity with community support groups
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices
• Proficient telephone and computer skills

Key Competencies:

• Knowledgeable in use of the DSM
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented Integrity, flexibility, and resilience
• Ability to work as team player
• Professional demeanor

FLSA Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Lawyer's Assistance Program director 
Supervises: N/A

EOE

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to hrdept@mobar.org.

View all job openings at The Missouri Bar at MoBar.org/Working-at-the-bar.

Meetings Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Meetings, Retreats, & Events

• Under the direction of the Director of Committees & Meetings, identify, evaluate, and secure contract with venues for offsite meetings, retreats, and other meetings.
• Responsible for reaching out to collect RSVPs, confirm rooming needs, identify special meal requests, and gather other meeting-related details.
  • Track responses accurately, follow up as needed, and update plans or logistics based on changes or new information.
• Prepare event-related documents (banquet event orders – BEOs) arranging room set up, menus, audio-visual needs, and remote participation as needed.
• Secure and coordinate transportation logistics for meeting-related activities as needed, ensuring timely and efficient travel for attendees.
• Oversee meeting setup and execution, assist hotel staff and internal team during setup to ensure meeting rooms and meal functions alight with the specifications outline in the BEOs.
• Review final bills, reconcile with contracts and BEOs, dispute incorrect charges, and submit for final payments, working with accounting for post-event invoices when applicable.
• Coordinate event materials and hospitality: ordering, organizing, and distributing mementos, gifts, awards, and hospitality suite supplies to support a seamless meeting experience.

Other Areas

• Virtual meeting and webinar support for Committee Meetings and virtual Annual Meeting. Serve as the staff support for the technical run-through prior to Zoom webinars, assisting with setup, troubleshooting, and coordination. Provide live support to members during the webinar to ensure a smooth and successful virtual experience.
• Manage and track prize donations: responsible for soliciting prize donations and maintaining accurate records of all contributions, including donor information, item details, and distribution status.
• Assist with coordinating and managing details related to exhibitors and affiliate meetings, including communication, logistics, and on-site support as needed.
• Perform additional organizational tasks as assigned, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to evolving needs.
• Must be available for occasional after-hours support and willing to travel as necessary to support meetings and related activities.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required and a minimum of eight years equivalent experience in meetings and events management; or,
• Associate’s degree in business administration, hospitality management, or related area and four years equivalent experience in meetings and event management; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, hospitality management, or related area, required.
• Experience in planning and coordinating onsite and offsite meetings, retreats, and events preferred.
• Experience working with boards, commissions, committees, and associations preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, experience with Zoom, and AMS databases preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service, positive attitude, and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Proficiency performing a range of administrative and executive support tasks
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Exceptional organization skills, ability to multitask, strong time management, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in data collection, maintenance, and analysis.
• Ability to reconcile billing statements/invoices with contracts.
• Exceptional standard of professionalism.
• Strong communication skills (i.e. verbal, nonverbal, written, visual)
• Ability to proactively assess and initiate necessary tasks and identify potential issues with minimal supervision.

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Reports to: Director of Committees & Meetings

Supervises: NA

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lifts and moves equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally may require reaching, kneeling, bending and standing for short periods of time.
• Limited statewide and overnight travel as required.

EOE

Interested Parties/How to Apply:     
If you are interested in joining our team located in Jefferson City, apply by sending a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to hrdept@mobar.org.

View all job openings at The Missouri Bar at MoBar.org/Working-at-the-bar.