Job Number:  01-240304-02: Assistant Circuit Attorney - Attorney II

Company Name:  St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office


The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Circuit Attorney at the level of Attorney II. We are a fast-paced office devoted to a culture of excellence. We are interested in someone with two to four (2-4) years of trial experience capable of hitting the ground running with some supervision and training. This is an excellent opportunity for mid-level attorneys who have a desire to serve the St. Louis community and enjoy trying cases.

Qualifications:
Must be a current member of The Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure in Missouri.

Duties:
This position includes handling all aspects of cases involving moderately complex, low-level felonies, including some victim crimes, representing the people of the City of St. Louis, State of Missouri.

Duties include but are not limited to:
• Investigation including review of evidence and official reports
• Interviewing and deposing witnesses and victims
• Making charging decisions and drafting charging documents
• Performing legal research and writing memos
• Conducting bond review and detention hearings
• Conducting preliminary and grand jury hearings
• Preparing and answering discovery
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Conducting bench and jury trials
• Conducting sentencing hearings
• Conducting probation revocations hearings
• Frequent court appearances with the highest level of professionalism
• Skillful management of case load
• Provide legal guidance and instruction to junior attorneys
• Participating in continued legal education as required by The Missouri Bar
• Performing other duties as assigned

Salary/Benefits: Salary range - $77,500 - $87,500
Benefits include health care and retirement plan



Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Interested applicants may send a cover letter, transcript, and resume via email with professional references to: caocommunications@stlouiscao.org