The Family Court of St. Louis County is seeking a DV Court Specially Appointed Contempt ESQ.
Requires attendance at two Friday afternoon DV Court Order of Protection (OP) contempt dockets per month, attendance at contempt trial special settings, participation in OP violation contempt trials, collaboration with court-appointed DV Court Defense Counsel or appropriate. Also, includes independent research and other preparation as well as reviews documents and evidence submitted; prepares all documents needed and assists on-boarding of new volunteer Specially Appointed Contempt Attorneys.
Job Number: 02-230403-01: Juvenile Defense Attorney (Contract)
Company Name: St. Louis County Circuit Court (Family Court)
The Family Court of St. Louis County is seeking a DV Court Specially Appointed Contempt ESQ. Requires attendance at two Friday afternoon DV Court Order of Protection (OP) contempt dockets per month, attendance at contempt trial special settings, participation in OP violation contempt trials, collaboration with court-appointed DV Court Defense Counsel or appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school, possession of a current license to practice law in the State of Missouri, at least three (3) years of trial experience, preferably in juvenile, family, or criminal law, and experience working with survivors of domestic or sexual violence (Note: This position is subject to continued availability of funding).
This position is reimbursed for up to 15 hours of work per month, at the rate of $75.00/hour.
Interested Parties/How to Apply:
To apply, candidates should send a cover letter and resume, to
SLCCourtJobs@courts.mo.gov or to the following address (Applications must be received by 5 PM, Friday, June 9, 2023).
Family Court of St. Louis County
Attn: Human Resources Department
105 South Central Avenue
Clayton, Missouri 63105
Note: Any selected individual will be required to submit to a drug screen and background check prior to hire.
EOE.
Please contact the Human Resources Department at 314 615-4471 (voice) or RelayMO711 or 800 735-2966 if you need any accommodations in the application process, or if you would like this posting in an alternative form.