Government
Springfield, MO
Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Springfield, MO
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SEO Friendly Job Title: Assistant Attorney General - Labor Section - Springfield
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Organization: **Members Only**
Department: Labor Section
Location: Springfield, MO, USA
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Description:
The **Members Only** is currently seeking a highly qualified and motivated attorney to join our team as an Assistant Attorney General in the Labor Section in Springfield. The primary focus of this position will be workers' compensation defense for claims filed by state employees and defense of Missouri's Second Injury Fund. The applicant may also handle criminal proceedings related to workers' compensation fraud and noncompliance cases. In addition, this role will involve providing general counsel work for various boards and commissions.
Responsibilities:
- Representing the State in workers' compensation defense matters
- Interacting with the state risk-management agency for workers' compensation
- Reviewing investigations and conducting and defending depositions
- Conducting administrative law hearings
- Mediating and resolving claims through settlement
- Prosecuting and defending appeals before the Labor and Industrial Relations Commission and state appellate courts
- Providing general counsel work for boards and commissions
- Occasional daytime or overnight travel within Missouri
For more information on the Labor Section, please visit our website at /
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Courtroom and trial experience
- Handling pre-filing investigations, discovery, motion practice, and depositions
- Drafting documents and correspondence
- Resolving claims through settlement
- Administrative law practice
- Familiarity with state court rules and procedures
- Commitment to public service
- Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills
Benefits:
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
- State pension
- Deferred compensation options
Qualifications:
- Must be licensed to practice law in Missouri
- Relevant experience and education will be considered for an interview
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Join our team at the **Members Only** and make a difference in the lives of state employees and the citizens of Missouri. Apply now for the Assistant Attorney General position in the Labor Section in Springfield.
Jun 12, 2025
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