State of Missouri
Overview
Legal Counsel - OGC
at
State of Missouri
is housed in the
DOLIR Office of General Counsel . This position provides legal advice and work product in a variety of matters for the Department, exercising discretion and independent judgment under the direction of the Department's general counsel within the framework of statutes, regulations, and policies governing the Department and its operations. Annual Salary Range:
$70,000 - $80,000 What You Will Do
Research issues related to workers’ compensation, employment security, laborstandards, prevailing wage, and the Missouri Human Rights Act Provide legal support to the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC), including but not limited to issues related to proof of coverage, medical fee disputes, Line of Duty Compensation Fund, Tort Victims Compensation Fund, submission of awards, and coordination with the Labor and Industrial Commission for awards on appeals Provide/coordinate responses to subpoenas, fiscal notes, legislative proposals, constituent requests, and requests pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law Prepare legal opinions and guidance requested by Department and Division leadership Prepare appellate briefs in cases involving unemployment benefits and argue those cases in Missouri appellate courts Represent the Department in hearings before administrative tribunals in prevailing wage, unemployment tax, and unemployment benefit matters Represent the Department in a variety of litigation in trial courts, which may include subpoena enforcement and defense, collection actions, bankruptcy claims, defense of liens on real property, and child labor claims Provide advice on internal administrative and personnel matters Prepare and review contracts, leases, and other legal documents Assist in responding to comments and inquiries from private citizens and public officials Qualifications
All you need for success:
Applicants licensed to practice law in Missouri and in good standing with the Missouri Bar, as well as law school graduates who sat for the July 2025 Missouri Bar Exam, are encouraged to apply (note that for applicants who took the July 2025 Bar Exam, employment is contingent upon exam passage and admission to the Missouri Bar). Desired Attributes
Experience in employment law, personnel administration, collections/bankruptcy law, state administrative law, worker’s compensation, insurance law, regulatory compliance, or related fields are preferred Excellent legal research and writing skills Self-motivation, critical thinking, good judgment, the ability to work within a team, and trustworthiness with confidential information Technology proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and electronic case management Benefits
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. A Total Compensation Calculator is available to illustrate the value of benefits and other resources for prospective employees. If you have questions about this position, please contact Andrea Follett at Andrea.Follett@labor.mo.gov. Details
Seniority level:
Entry level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Legal Industries:
Government Administration
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Legal Counsel - OGC
at
State of Missouri
is housed in the
DOLIR Office of General Counsel . This position provides legal advice and work product in a variety of matters for the Department, exercising discretion and independent judgment under the direction of the Department's general counsel within the framework of statutes, regulations, and policies governing the Department and its operations. Annual Salary Range:
$70,000 - $80,000 What You Will Do
Research issues related to workers’ compensation, employment security, laborstandards, prevailing wage, and the Missouri Human Rights Act Provide legal support to the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC), including but not limited to issues related to proof of coverage, medical fee disputes, Line of Duty Compensation Fund, Tort Victims Compensation Fund, submission of awards, and coordination with the Labor and Industrial Commission for awards on appeals Provide/coordinate responses to subpoenas, fiscal notes, legislative proposals, constituent requests, and requests pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law Prepare legal opinions and guidance requested by Department and Division leadership Prepare appellate briefs in cases involving unemployment benefits and argue those cases in Missouri appellate courts Represent the Department in hearings before administrative tribunals in prevailing wage, unemployment tax, and unemployment benefit matters Represent the Department in a variety of litigation in trial courts, which may include subpoena enforcement and defense, collection actions, bankruptcy claims, defense of liens on real property, and child labor claims Provide advice on internal administrative and personnel matters Prepare and review contracts, leases, and other legal documents Assist in responding to comments and inquiries from private citizens and public officials Qualifications
All you need for success:
Applicants licensed to practice law in Missouri and in good standing with the Missouri Bar, as well as law school graduates who sat for the July 2025 Missouri Bar Exam, are encouraged to apply (note that for applicants who took the July 2025 Bar Exam, employment is contingent upon exam passage and admission to the Missouri Bar). Desired Attributes
Experience in employment law, personnel administration, collections/bankruptcy law, state administrative law, worker’s compensation, insurance law, regulatory compliance, or related fields are preferred Excellent legal research and writing skills Self-motivation, critical thinking, good judgment, the ability to work within a team, and trustworthiness with confidential information Technology proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and electronic case management Benefits
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. A Total Compensation Calculator is available to illustrate the value of benefits and other resources for prospective employees. If you have questions about this position, please contact Andrea Follett at Andrea.Follett@labor.mo.gov. Details
Seniority level:
Entry level Employment type:
Full-time Job function:
Legal Industries:
Government Administration
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