Position Title: Deputy Chief Disciplinary Counsel

Definition of Work: The Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel is the agency of the Missouri Supreme Court responsible for investigating allegations of misconduct by lawyers and prosecuting the cases where a lawyer’s misconduct poses a threat to the public or to the integrity of the legal profession. The deputy chief disciplinary counsel’s primary function is to provide day-to-day guidance to the work of the OCDC attorneys and investigators. The deputy also carries a modest caseload consisting of complex and high-profile cases and is an integral part of the management team providing oversight to the operation of the OCDC.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Law degree;
• Current license to practice in Missouri or an ability to obtain one within six months of appointment;
• Ten years of effective litigation practice, including meaningful experience drafting appellate briefs and presenting appellate arguments;
• Exposure to and an understanding of the following: investigative practices, basic principles of accounting, human resource management, and facility management.

More reasons to apply: This position is located in Jefferson City, MO and includes an opportunity for limited remote work. OCDC has a collegial work environment and a generous benefit package.  OCDC is an agency of the Supreme Court of Missouri, but this is not a position with the State of Missouri.

The salary range for this position is $88K – $132K annually; salary will be commensurate with experience.  Applications will be considered until positions are filled. Interested parties should submit a cover letter, resume, a sample appellate brief, and three references to: [email protected]

 Or by mail to:

Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel
3327 American Avenue
Jefferson City, Missouri 65109

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