Posted February 27. 2025
St. Louis, MO Office
Job Summary:
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. (LSEM), a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to work in its Advocates for Family Health program, one of three teams in LSEM’s Health & Welfare Unit. The Advocates for Family Health program assists families, children, and pregnant people to access Medicaid state-based health insurance coverage and benefits. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in matters before the Missouri Department of Social Services and the three Missouri Managed Care Organizations. The attorney will also participate in systemic work, including administrative advocacy and impact litigation.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Who we are:
LSEM advances justice through legal representation, education, and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness, and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956, LSEM has provided high-quality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for low-income people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual case work in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities, e.g., family law for victims of domestic violence, prevention of homelessness/housing, health, public benefits, consumer, education, disability, community economic development, and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts, LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions and has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.
How to Apply:
Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Salary & Benefits Information:
The salary range for this position is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary offered to a candidate will be based on their experience. There are opportunities for advancement, including raises. Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending accounts.
Submission Deadline: Applications will be considered until position is filled.
At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that represents our community and to be an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal access to Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s office is available. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources at the e-mail hr@lsem.org. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted February 27. 2025
Union, MO Office
Hybrid (in office 3 days a week)
Job Summary:
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. (LSEM), a nonprofit law firm providing free, quality civil legal services to clients living with low income and limited opportunity, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to work in its Union, Missouri office and the counties of Franklin, Lincoln, Montgomery, Warren, and Washington. This is a hybrid work position, with three days per week expected in the office. Additional remote work may be authorized, depending on requirements for court appearances.
The Staff Attorney will provide direct representation to clients in the counties served by the office in a range of civil legal areas. The majority of cases are family law representing survivors of domestic violence survivors in orders of protection, divorce, custody, paternity cases and minor guardianships. The Staff Attorney will represent tenants facing eviction and loss of housing assistance, and consumers facing collection actions, and potentially of work on systemic issues facing our client population. The Staff Attorney will provide outreach, community education and training about legal issues that affect our client population.
LSEM’s Union office offers holistic advocacy. The Staff Attorney will work in close collaboration with the managing attorney, other attorneys, social workers, and paralegals in the Union office and other LSEM offices.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Who we are:
LSEM advances justice through legal representation, education, and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956, LSEM has provided high-quality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for low-income people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual case work in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities, e.g., family law for victims of domestic violence, prevention of homelessness/housing, health, public benefits, consumer, education, disability, community economic development, and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts, LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions. LSEM also has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.
How to Apply:
Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Salary & Benefits Information:
Salary range is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary within the range will be determined by years of experience. Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending account.
Submission Deadline: Applications will be considered until position is filled.
At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that represents our community and to be an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal access to Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s office is available. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources at the e-mail hr@lsem.org. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted February 14, 2025
Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as an Sr. Associate General Counsel in St.
Louis, MO where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our
renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, eager to learn and have an eye for detail,
this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values
results, caring and learning.
What will you be doing?
• Act as a trusted advisor: Work with internal clients who routinely seek strategic input
for unique and practical legal solutions to achieve desired business results
• Demonstrate leadership: Provide expert and actionable guidance on complex, nuanced
employment law issues to internal clients and other legal professionals
• Build strong partnerships: Drive strategy and resolution of complex, cross-functional
legal matters through collaboration with legal colleagues and business stakeholders
• Develop company policies: Assure and implement company philosophies and
approaches to compliance with employment laws and related matters
• Manage and provide dispute resolution: Assure proactive management and resolution
of labor and employment disputes, actions and suits, and provision of expert guidance
and advice to business partners engaged in counseling on employment matters
• Provide high quality legal advice: Ensure provision of high quality and cost-effective
legal advice related to general matters and focus areas of employee relations,
employment practices and related compliance programs
Perks you will enjoy!
• Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a
30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
• Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including
401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
• Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings
before payday
• Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7
confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
• Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere,
and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the
back of your closet!
• Site Perks: Full access to our onsite gym, Starbucks, Grab and Go Market, and free
parking located in the convenient area of downtown Clayton, MO
Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a labor and employment law, preferably with in-
house counsel experience for a global employer
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri required, licensure in California a plus
• Experience with a wide range of employment areas including Title VII, ADA, FMLA,
ADEA, wage and hour laws, employment agreements, employment policies, procedures
and handbooks, and related areas required
• Global labor and employment law experience highly preferred
• Traditional labor experience is a plus
• Prior experience practicing in a large full-service law firm or well-respected boutique is
preferred
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards
• Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of the company, including Senior
Management
Posted February 13, 2025
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary range - $77,407 per year to $92,241 per year; a benefits summary can be found at
https://ieanea.org/about/employment/ under Salary & Benefit Summaries, Professional Staff.
DEADLINE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS: February 20, 2025. Position open until filled.
HOW TO APPLY: In order to apply, please visit https://ieanea.org/about/employment/ and click on
“Associate General Counsel.”
The Illinois Education Association-NEA (IEA-NEA) is currently seeking qualified, experienced
applicants (two to three years of legal or equivalent labor relations) experience, with excellent
interpersonal skills and a passion for supporting education employees through an organizing union,
for the position of Associate General Counsel.
UNION OVERVIEW
The IEA-NEA is a union of more than 135,000 members composed of Illinois elementary and
secondary teachers, higher education faculty and staff, educational support professionals, retired
educators and college students preparing to become teachers. Founded in 1853 to serve the interest
of public education in Illinois, the IEA became an affiliate of the National Education Association in
1857, an organization currently totaling 3.2 million teachers and school employees working to make
our good public schools even better for all students. The IEA-NEA mission is to effect excellence and
equity in public education and to be THE advocacy organization for all public education employees.
JOB DESCRIPTION
With direct responsibility to the Deputy General Counsel, the General Counsel and Executive
Director, the Associate General Counsel performs a variety of tasks, from providing advice & counsel to UniServ Directors, to monitoring, analyzing and arguing cases before administrative agencies and courts to achieve IEA -NEA goals and objectives. The successful candidate will possess a record of substantive skills in labor, education and/or employment experience, high interpersonal skills, a passion for working with union or not for profit sectors, and an openness to coaching for continuous
learning and self-development. The position does not require Illinois residency and can be partially
performed remotely. However, employees are required to own a vehicle and travel to attend frequent
local/regional/state staff, department and member related meetings in the assigned representation
areas.
Posted January 16, 2025
Salary: From $85,000 to $105,000, depending on years of experience and bonuses starting at 1,600 net
billable hours.
Full Job Description:
Tueth Keeney, an established mid-size law firm with offices in Clayton, MO and Edwardsville, IL,
seeks an associate level attorney for its education law and litigation practices in the Clayton, MO
office. Our firm prides itself on providing the highest quality legal services at accessible rates to
public and private schools, colleges, and universities across the region. Passionate, dedicated,
and intellectually curious, we don't shy away from difficult cases or the ever-changing laws
impacting our practice—we thrive on the challenge. As a result, our attorneys are recognized as
leaders in their fields, both regionally and nationally.
Highlights about our firm:
- Commonly recognized as a premier education law firm in the region
- Collaborative, open-door atmosphere
- Consistently listed as a “Best Law Firm” in The Best Lawyers in America
- Professional growth opportunities for associates
- Ability for hybrid work (i.e., partial remote work) following successful training period in-
person at the Clayton office
Qualifications:
- Missouri license required
- Additional Illinois license preferred
- 2-5 years’ experience
- Interest and/or experience in education law, employment law, and public sector law
- Exceptional research and writing skills
- Ability to develop and present well-reasoned legal arguments
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
- Aptitude for public speaking
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Strong work ethic
Responsibilities:
Associate attorneys at our firm typically engage in the following work:
- Collaborating with partners and senior attorneys on litigation and client counseling matters
involving employment matters, investigations, student discipline, special education, and
much more
- Problem solving day-to-day issues with public and private education institutions
- Performing legal research
- Drafting pleadings and motions
- Drafting/reviewing/responding to discovery requests
- Responding to administrative agency complaints
- Assist with client training and professional development
Benefits:
- Starting salary will be commensurate with years of experience and accounts for billing
requirements lower than other firms in the area, with achievable bonus opportunities
starting at 1,600 net billable hours.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance & AD&D
- Long-Term Disability
- Paid Child-Rearing Leave
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