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Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Associate or Contract), Kansas City, MO (posted 10/13/2026). Fox & Gary is a law firm that exclusively practices in the field of workers’ compensation defense, representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators throughout Missouri and Kansas.
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For additional information contact JohnF@FoxGary.com.
Litigation Attorney Guin Mundorf LLC , Kansad City, MO (posted 10/6/2026). Guin Mundorf LLC is a boutique education law firm seeking an experienced litigator for our Kansas City office located near the Plaza. Ideal candidate is a versatile team player with initiative for our fast-paced and rapidly growing education law practice. This position will provide litigation defense services to the firm’s public education clients. Candidates must be highly motivated and committed to the service of public education clients. Candidates must be able to independently manage all aspects of a case. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills required. Salary is competitive and based on experience. Benefits include medical, 401K, and Profit Sharing. Missouri admission required and Kansas admission strongly preferred. Send detailed resume and cover letter to: guinmundorf@gmschoollaw.com.
General Attorney - DHS ICE Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) (posted 10/1/2026). Locations: Kansas City, MO; Omaha, NE; Minneapolis, MN; St. Louis, MO. OPLA attorneys support the Department of Justice in the prosecution of ICE cases and in the defense of civil cases against ICE. An applicant need not have specific knowledge and experience regarding each item listed above to qualify for the position.
Applicants must be a/an: (1) U.S. citizen to apply for this position; (2) graduate of an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLM degree; and (3) an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Please click HERE to view the posting and for additional information on how to apply. Please send applications to OPLA-KAN-Management@ice.dhs.gov.
Staff Attorney - Kansas City Western Litigation Office (posted 9/29/2026). The Division of Legal Services seeks a Staff Attorney for its Kansas City Western Litigation office. This role involves representing DSS in courts and administrative hearings, advising divisions, defending child abuse and neglect findings, and supporting juvenile court partners to ensure swift, safe outcomes for children. Candidates should hold a JD, be a Missouri Bar member, and possess strong research and writing skills. Position details can be found at www.mocareers.mo.gov.
Annual Salary:$74,974.80–$90,189.58
Hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility
Location: 615 E. 13th Street, Kansas City, MO (remote work available)
Job Posting Number: 4105 8869010
Apply at www.mocareers.mo.gov.
Staff Attorney - Kansas City Western Litigation Office (posted 9/29/2026). The Division of Legal Services seeks a Staff Attorney for its Kansas City Western Litigation office. This role involves representing DSS in courts and administrative hearings, advising divisions, defending child abuse and neglect findings, and supporting juvenile court partners to ensure swift, safe outcomes for children. Candidates should hold a JD, be a Missouri Bar member, and possess strong research and writing skills. Position details can be found at www.mocareers.mo.gov.
Annual Salary:$74,974.80–$90,189.58
Hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility
Location: 615 E. 13th Street, Kansas City, MO (remote work available)
Job Posting Number: 4105 88P5455
Apply at www.mocareers.mo.gov.