Chief Deputy County Counselor - Litigation

Jackson County, Missouri•Kansas City, MO

7d•$118,500 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The associates of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team, sharing a common goal - serving the citizens of Jackson County. Jackson County is a wonderful place to work!

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university of law.
Seven years of responsible experience in municipal, and civil or criminal law.
Must be a member of the Missouri Bar Association.
Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Providing litigation training and education to associates within the office.
Responsible for all litigation matters pending within the Office of the County Counselor.
Prosecutes and defends suits on behalf of the County before the courts and administrative tribunals of the State of Missouri and its political subdivisions and in all federal courts and administrative bodies.
Prosecutes and defends on behalf of the County all civil appeals to appellate courts such as the Missouri Court of Appeals, the Missouri Supreme Court, and the United States Court.
The work consists principally of the perfection of the record in the appeals to court, researching and drafting legal briefs, and verbal arguments before the court.