Top 9 Government lawyer Jobs in St. Louis Mo

Staff Attorney - St. Louis Metro Region
State of Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $74,974.80 - $90,189.58 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Children
- Health insurance
Attorney II (Problem Properties)
City of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $73,554 - $110,344 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Military encouraged
Legal Counsel - Transportation (Chesterfield, MO) - 1022084
State of Missouri —Chesterfield, MO
- $67,080 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Loan forgiveness
Attorney Advisor (Senior Counsel - Death Penalty)
U.S. Department of Justice —St. Louis, MO
- $151,699 - $197,200 a year
- Management
- Travel
- Senior level
10d
St. Charles County Associate Attorney
St. Charles County Government —Saint Charles, MO
- $110,588.10 - $174,065.96 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Assistant United States Attorney
U.S. Department of Justice —Fairview Heights, IL
- $78,695 - $184,647 a year
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
Madison County Government —Edwardsville, IL
- $50,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)
U.S. Department of Justice —Fairview Heights, IL
- $78,695 - $184,647 a year
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
ASSISTANT STATES ATTORNEY - FELONY DIVISON
Madison County Government —Edwardsville, IL
- $78,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Quick Apply

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Attorney II (Problem Properties)
City of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
Licensure: Documentation of license to practice law must be submitted with the Employment Application or upon request.
$73,554 - $110,344 a year

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

General Counsel
State of Ohio - Supreme Court of Ohio —Columbus, OH
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and an active Ohio law license in good standing or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
$175,000 - $190,000 a year
2d
Senior Economics Crimes Counsel
State of Ohio - Auditor Of State —Franklin County, OH
Serve as Special Prosecutor when requested by county prosecutor, present cases to Grand Juries, prepare discovery, attend pretrial conferences and motions…
10d

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for government lawyer in st. louis mo

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

government lawyer jobs near st. louis mo

Staff Attorney - St. Louis Metro Region

State of Missouri -
St. Louis, MO

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$74,974.80 - $90,189.58 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Pension plan

Qualifications

Writing skills
Doctor of Law (JD)
Bar

Full Job Description

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) is looking for a Staff Attorney to represent the Department in the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd judicial circuits, managed by the St. Louis Metro Region Litigation office.

Job Posting Number: 4104 88P9982

Annual Salary: $74,974.80 - $90,189.58 (Commensurate with experience.) Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).

Job Location: This position reports to the Page State Office Building at 9900 Page Ave, St. Louis MO. All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available.

Scheduled Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (with flexibility to accommodate professional goals and workload).

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has opportunities for community-based legal practice with a focus on representation within a defined area to promote swift and safe resolution of juvenile court challenges experienced by children, and to facilitate working relationships with juvenile court partners, local law enforcement, services providers, and family support teams.

Why you’ll love this position: Are you passionate about public service? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Missouri children and families by providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to the Department of Social Services (DSS), with a special focus on permanency including reunification with a parent, guardianship, termination of parental rights/adoption, and another planned permanent living arrangement? At DLS, you’ll enjoy collaborating as part of a diverse team of attorneys located in offices around the state. If you want to make a difference, apply today and join DLS in our mission to empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

What you’ll do: In this trial attorney position, you will manage a diverse caseload of varying issues and encounter meaningful opportunities to be an integral part of the community of juvenile court and child welfare attorneys in your area, including: represent and provide legal advice to DSS and its divisions; represent DSS in courts and administrative hearings in your assigned area; defend child abuse and neglect findings made by DSS; ensure the confidentiality of information maintained by DSS; work closely with DSS and its divisions and provide legal advice related to DSS services and cases.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications: A juris doctor from an accredited institution and membership in good standing with the Missouri Bar. Competent research and writing skills are required. Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, family, and administrative law are preferred but not required.

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If you have questions about this position, please contact Michelle Cartier at [email protected]. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at [email protected] or call 573-526-0416.

Recruitment Area: All qualified applicants.

Application Deadline: August 31, 2026

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

government lawyer jobs in st. louis mo

Staff Attorney - St. Louis Metro Region

Attorney II (Problem Properties)

Legal Counsel - Transportation (Chesterfield, MO) - 1022084

Attorney Advisor (Senior Counsel - Death Penalty)

St. Charles County Associate Attorney

Assistant United States Attorney

ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

ASSISTANT STATES ATTORNEY - FELONY DIVISON

More jobs to discover

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for government lawyer in st. louis mo

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected