Legal Counsel

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Legal Counsel

The candidate will provide ongoing representation in juvenile cases and legal support and advice for case managers with the emphasis on achieving safe and swift permanency for kids in care. Provide support and legal advice to the Children's division. Maintain a caseload in Juvenile Court, and occasionally in Circuit Court and Probate Court. Perform case analysis, issue spotting, time/calendar management, and caseload organization. Work with other DSS team members, such as investigators and social workers. Must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and current member of the Missouri Bar. Excellent research and writing skills are required. Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, probate, and family law is preferred.

Application Deadline: December 28, 2022.

Additional Information

Req. #: 88P9980

Company info

Missouri Department of Social Services, Division of Legal Services
615 East 13th Street
Kansas City
Missouri
United States 64106
Website : http://www.dss.mo.gov