Children’s Defense Team Appellate Attorney

Children’s Defense Team Appellate Attorney

Salary:

  • APD I: $5,000/month (starting salary)
  • APD II: $5,417/month (eligible for consideration after 1 year of successful performance)
  • APD III: $6,036/month (eligible for consideration after 3 years of successful performance)
  • Senior Public Defender I-II: $6,834- $7,283/month (eligible for consideration after continued highly successful performance)

This position is dedicated to the specialized appellate representation of children adjudicated of delinquent offenses or children certified to stand trial as an adult. The appellate attorney will be responsible for handling all civil and criminal appeals from adjudication hearings in juvenile court, certification hearings, and certified juvenile jury/bench trials. The appellate attorney will also assist with additional motion and writ practice and will research, analyze and interpret difficult and complex issues of law. The appellate attorney will also attend meetings with both Children’s Defense Teams and will collaborate with juvenile specialists statewide.

As appeals occur in all three appellate districts of the Missouri Courts of Appeal, some overnight travel for oral arguments may be expected. Office location can be in Kansas City, St. Louis, or Columbia, depending upon candidate preference and office needs.

Qualifications: Must be a member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for bar licensure in Missouri.