Careers

We are a progressive and dynamic firm looking for passionate and talented professionals interested in joining us. The spirit of collegiality that characterized our firm’s earliest days has been retained and cultivated over the years, making Carmody MacDonald a special place to work.

Being a mid-sized firm with a single office in Clayton, Carmody MacDonald offers the friendliness and individual support of a smaller firm alongside big firm experience and resources like advanced technologies, mentoring, and training.

If you are interested in joining a team of like-minded professionals and using your skills to offer the best legal counsel available, please consider the career opportunities below.

Carmody MacDonald is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Qualified candidates should send their cover letter, resume, and academic transcripts to [email protected].

Open Positions

• Full-time Attorney – Litigation Department

  We are seeking an associate attorney with six or more years of experience to join our Litigation department. Ideal candidates will have experience in business litigation, complex commercial litigation, real estate litigation, general civil litigation, condemnation and/or trusts and estates litigation. Candidates should have the ability to manage multiple projects independently and provide practical client counseling. Critical thinking, drafting and problem-solving skills are emphasized. All candidates should have strong academic credentials, a willingness to accept responsibility, and share our commitment to client service and professional excellence.

• Full-Time Family Law Paralegal

  We are seeking a highly skilled family law paralegal with one or more years of experience to join our dynamic legal team. Candidates must be reliable, organized, and have excellent communication and computer skills, with the ability to work compassionately with clients navigating sensitive personal matters.

  • Key Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Case Management: Assist attorneys in all stages of family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and modifications; draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
    • Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, including financial statements, parenting plans, and court filings, ensuring all documents are accurate and easily accessible.
    • Trial and Hearing Preparation: Assist in preparation for hearings, mediations, and trials by compiling exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
    • Client and Team Communication: Communicate with clients in a professional and empathetic manner; gather sensitive information and provide case status updates; act as a team-player assisting other paralegals and attorneys.
    • Deadline Management: Track and manage deadlines for filings, responses, court appearances, and mediation requirements, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
    • Billing and Timekeeping: Record billable hours accurately and assist with preparing invoices for clients.
  • Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
    • One or more years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on family law or litigation preferred.
    • Familiarity with family court procedures, filing requirements, and local rules.
    • Experience preparing financial affidavits, statements of income and expenses, and asset/liability summaries.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
    • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Experience with document management and e-filing systems.
    • Prior courtroom, mediation, or hearing preparation experience preferred.
    • Adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks as they arise.
    • Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
    • Ability to structure complex projects efficiently and set/adjust priorities effectively; superior attention to detail; excellent judgment and use of discretion.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Full-Time Paralegal – Estate Planning and Trusts & Estates Administration

  We are seeking a highly skilled paralegal with at least three to five years of experience in estate planning and trusts & estates administration to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and possesses strong communication and client service skills.

  • Key Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Document Preparation: Draft estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives under attorney supervision.
    • Estate and Trust Administration: Assist attorneys with probate and trust administration tasks, including preparation of court pleadings, inventories, accountings, deeds, and related filings.
    • Client Interaction: Communicate with clients, financial institutions, and other third parties to gather information and provide updates throughout the estate planning or administration process.
    • File and Record Management: Organize and maintain detailed files and documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy throughout the lifecycle of each matter.
    • Legal Research: Conduct research on relevant statutes and procedures related to probate and fiduciary responsibilities.
    • Deadline and Calendar Management: Track and manage important deadlines for court filings, tax returns, distributions, and other administrative obligations.
    • Billing and Timekeeping: Accurately record billable time and assist with invoice preparation.
    • Client Service: Provide high-level support in managing sensitive and often emotional client matters with professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
  • Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience
    • 3–5 years of experience in estate planning and/or trusts & estates administration
    • Familiarity with probate court procedures and rules in Missouri and/or Illinois
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word and Excel); experience with estate planning software is a plus
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills
    • Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
    • Attention to detail and sound judgment in handling confidential matters
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys, staff, and clients

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for professional development.

Summary of Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits
• 401(K)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Seminars, CLE, and Bar Prep Reimbursements

Additional Information about Working at Carmody MacDonald

Diversity and Inclusion
Carmody MacDonald is committed to diversity and inclusion both within the firm as well as in the community. Click here to learn more.

Community Involvement
Since its founding, Carmody MacDonald’s commitment to community has been as strong as its passion and desire to champion client goals and aspirations. The firm’s attorneys and staff members are active in the community with their time, knowledge, financial support and most importantly, with their hearts and minds. The firm supports all employees in seeking leadership positions on civic and business boards, in schools, foundations, and service groups, as well as fundraisers for charities and causes of all kinds.

Members of the Carmody MacDonald team participate in more than 50 organizations across the region in a wide range of civic, philanthropic, professional, educational, and charitable activities and organizations, including the RCGA, the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement, Art St. Louis, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and others.

The same spirit of dedication, persistence, selflessness, preparedness, and endurance that we extend to our clients, we humbly extend to our community.

Pro Bono Work
The firm encourages its lawyers to share their expertise and passion for justice with those who need help and support but cannot afford the services of an attorney. The firm dedicates hundreds of hours each year to pro bono work and considers this work both a professional responsibility and a privilege.

The firm was honored to have been acknowledged by Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. in 2008 with the first-ever Gerald R. Ortbals Outstanding Law Firm Award. This Volunteer Lawyer Award given by Legal Services recognizes Carmody MacDonald as a firm that has distinguished itself with its commitment to pro bono service.