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Staff Attorney Jobs in Independence, Missouri, USA at Lawmo
LEGAL AID OF WESTERN MISSOURI
STAFF ATTORNEY (GENERAL PRACTICE)
INDEPENDENCE, MISSOURI
Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a full-time attorney for its new office in Independence, Missouri. The attorney will be part of the team that also provides legal representation in our Warrensburg service area. This litigation-centered role will involve a case load consisting of 50% family law (domestic violence prevention) and 50% general practice, with an emphasis on consumer defense, including debt defense in both rural and urban counties.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has experience independently managing a caseload. The position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after six months of employment.
The Qualified Candidate Must Have The Following:
Active Missouri Bar license or eligible for licensure in Missouri through reciprocity
Computer proficiency
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desire and commitment to assist in the delivery of high-quality legal assistance
Ability to speak a second language, preferred, but not required
Courtroom experience preferred
Experience handling community development cases is preferred, but not required
Salary: $65,000 + DOE
Benefits:
Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical or dependent care
Health Savings Accounts
Paid CLE and Bar Dues
Paid Time Off:
Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Travel and parking reimbursement
401k and up to 3.5% employer match
Please visit http://(Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). to submit your application, resume, and cover letter.
LAWMO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact the Human Resources Department at EEO.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services
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Title: Staff Attorney
Company: Lawmo
Location: Independence, Missouri, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Civil Law, Litigation)
