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Incumbents handle civil litigation in state court, in federal court, and before administrative bodies. Duties include conducting discovery; arguing motions; presenting evidence at hearings; trying bench and jury trials; writing appellate briefs; appellate oral arguments; and providing legal advice. Areas of law include tort, personal injury, administrative, civil rights, and equity.About Us: The Civil Law Department houses more than 50 lawyers and 25 staff. The City Counselor serves as chief counsel to elected officials, boards and commission, and departments/agencies – including the St. Louis Development Corporation, Metropolitan Police