Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney — Cardinal LawThe Law Office of Jacob M. Chinnery, LLC 📍 Steelville, MO · Hybrid available after onboarding · 💰 $70,000–$150,000 DOEWe're a Missouri litigation firm hiring a staff attorney who wants real files, real courtroom time, and direct partner mentorship — not document review.What we doPersonal injury, family law, civil litigation (including representation of sexual abuse survivors), criminal defense, estate planning, and workers' compensation. Our active dockets include felony trials, commercial fraud cases, Missouri Sunshine Law actions against municipalities, contested custody work, and foreclosure defense — filed in courts across the I-44 corridor and statewide.We're small by headcount and serious by output. Motions are written to win, not to bill.What you'll doCarry a real caseload across two or more practice areasDraft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefsTake and defend depositionsArgue motions; conduct trials and contested hearingsAppear in courts across Missouri — Crawford, Phelps, Dent, Franklin, Pulaski, Jefferson, and beyondWork directly with Jacob Chinnery, José Morales, and Stephen PaulusWhat we needJD and Missouri Bar license (or eligibility for admission within a reasonable timeframe)0–5 years of experience — recent graduates with strong fundamentals welcome; lateral candidates with litigation chops welcomeDisciplined legal writer who verifies every citation. Zero tolerance for fabricated authority, including from AI toolsWilling to own files, own mistakes, and push back when you disagree — including with usComfortable traveling within Missouri for court and client workWhat we offer$70,000–$150,000 depending on experienceGenerous paid time offBar dues and malpractice insurance covered by the firmAnnual CLE budgetDirect mentorship from working trial lawyersA clear development path toward senior associate and partner-track workHow to applySend a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample (motion or brief preferred — redact as needed) to rohan@molaw.org.Subject line: Staff Attorney Application — [Your Name]