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Posted October 19, 2026

The Missouri Department of Social Services has multiple open positions for various roles. 

Positions are available in multiple locations, including St. Louis, Kansas City, and Jefferson City. 

Job listings can be found here: https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ce3/job-board/5effe9b2-4b89-494b-ac76-c45e25190768/1199691e-b136-4c25-b161-0e17673fb1db?jb=1

Contact Courtney Hall, DSS Recruiting Coordinator for more information.

573 - 526 - 0416 (phone)

Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov

Posted October 18, 2026

Job Title: Staff Attorney - Union, MO Office

Job Type: Full-time

Description

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

· All aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation and trials and appeals when needed

· Managing a diverse caseload of legal issues spanning jurisdictions in Warren, Lincoln, Franklin, Montgomery, and Washington counties

· Recognizing major systemic issues affecting the lives of low-income rural clients and litigating them when possible 

· Conducting legal research and analysis 

· Conducting community outreach and presentations

· Working collaboratively with other staff throughout LSEM, other Legal Services programs and community partners serving this population

· Other duties or tasks as assigned

Requirements

· JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted) 

· Demonstrated commitment to public interest law work or to legal services for persons living with low-income strongly preferred 

· Experience working in family law and with survivors of domestic or sexual violence preferred

· Knowledge of USDA, HUD, and other regulations related to housing, and FDCPA and other consumer protection laws is helpful

· Strong litigation and advocacy skills 

· Ability to relate well and work with low-income rural clients and collaborate with community stakeholders 

· Strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility, and teamwork

· Strong organizational skills 

· Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission

· Must have own transportation and be able to drive to court and to meet with clients across numerous counties.

What we do
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.

Who we are
At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, we embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages, and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We seek to hire individuals from a variety of backgrounds, who are professional, collaborative, and creative thinkers with a passion for our mission, and create an environment where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will make employment decisions based on merit.

How to Apply
Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4369175/Legal-Services-of-Eastern-Missouri-Inc/Staff-Attorney--Union-MO-Office?source=MAABA
 

Salary & Benefits Information
The annual salary range for this position is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary offered to a candidate will be based on their relevant years of 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.
 

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 October 19, 2026

Link: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfield-SUPERVISORY-REGIONAL-COUNSEL-IL-62701/1441275800/

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Supervisory Regional Counsel.  Under administrative direction, this position will represent the Department at all hearings on calendars in the juvenile courts of assigned counties, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings.  Additionally, the position will provide technical advice and counsel to Agency personnel conducting all levels of administrative “fair hearings” and serve as the Department’s representative in the “fair hearing” process, while supervising a subordinate attorney or paralegal.  This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services.  DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program.  The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities.  We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families.

• Serves as Supervisory Regional Counsel
• Provides technical advice and counsel to Agency personnel conducting all levels of administrative “fair hearings”
• Serves as full line supervisor
• Serves as legal advisor to regional field staff
• Plans, directs, and conducts technical legal screening and provides case consultation to caseworkers andsupervisors to help prepare cases for termination of parental rights (TPR), to determine when cases are trial ready for TPR
• Serves as agency liaison to judiciary, State’s Attorney offices, and various court personnel in each county in the region
• Maintains current working knowledge of new legislation, Department rules and policy, and all relevant law
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

• Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
• Requires three years of administrative experience in the practice of law

• Prefers experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law
• Prefers experience as an attorney presenting and arguing legal cases in court and/or administrative hearings
• Prefers experience as an attorney conducting legal analysis
• Prefers substantive legal writing experience as an attorney in the areas of motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda
• Prefers professional experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entities
• Prefers thorough knowledge of Illinois statutes and rules that have a substantial impact on Illinois juvenile court proceedings and/or DCFS’s administrative hearings

• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. 
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and court orders.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
  • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: 4 W Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact: Michael Bernardy

Michael.Bernardy@illinois.gov (for questions only)

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

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Revolving Door – 

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this
position.  As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during 
State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.