State of Missouri

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position The Division of Appellate/Post-Conviction Relief within the Missouri State Public Defender (MSPD) is a vital branch of defense services, dedicated to safeguarding the constitutional rights of citizens and ensuring the fairness and legality of the criminal justice process. With a mission to uphold the principles of justice, the division serves as a guardian of due process, meticulously monitoring and providing quality control throughout all stages of criminal proceedings. Operating from six district offices strategically located in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia—each in close proximity to Missouri's appellate courts—the division is at the forefront of legal challenges within the state. Attorneys within this division passionately advocate for indigent citizens convicted of felony offenses, handling a wide array of cases ranging from direct appeals to post-conviction challenges and appeals, including aggressive representation for...

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position The Missouri State Public Defender is an agency dedicated to providing legal representation to individuals who are unable to afford an attorney in criminal cases. We are committed to upholding the constitutional right to counsel and ensuring fair and just legal proceedings for all citizens. We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assisting attorneys with client intake interviews, case preparation, and various administrative tasks. Responsibilities - What you’ll do Assist attorneys with client intake interviews and case preparation. Locate and copy discovery materials for case files. Organize and summarize client files for easy reference. Contact and interview clients and witnesses to gather necessary information. Prepare reports and serve subpoenas as required. Conduct limited legal research under attorney...