St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office

⚖️ Investing in the next generation of prosecutors.

The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is committed to training and developing our attorneys. Recently, our newer prosecutors participated in a mock trial based on a real case previously prosecuted by the office, arguing motions, delivering opening statements, questioning witnesses, challenging testimony on cross-examination, and presenting closing arguments.

A special thank you to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the Medical Examiner’s Office, and retired judges Rex Burlison and Steven Ohmer for helping make this training possible. We appreciate their time, expertise, and commitment to developing the next generation of prosecutors.

Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore recently joined Mark Reardon to discuss the progress achieved by the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office over the past year. 🎙️

From reducing case backlogs and improving case processing times to launching new community engagement initiatives, the office remains focused on pursuing justice and enhancing public safety for the people of the City of St. Louis. ⚖️

Listen to the episode, Is St. Louis Getting Safer?, wherever you get your podcasts.🎧
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7b2YbXOwlrZO59L9g0TGxW?si=1cbbb9e827134d5a

We had a great time competing in this year's Dean Hoag Softball Challenge! 🥎

Our team advanced to the championship game and finished in second place after a hard-fought matchup against the Federal Public Defender's Office.

Thank you to everyone who participated, organized, and cheered us on. We're already looking forward to next year! 👏

This week, the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office welcomed a group of high school and college students participating in the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) Pathway to Law program.

Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore spoke with students about the work of the Circuit Attorney’s Office, the important role prosecutors play in the criminal justice system, and how the office functions within the 22nd Judicial Circuit.

Thank you to BAMSL for helping connect students with legal professionals and creating opportunities for future leaders to learn more about careers in the legal field. ⚖️

Three years ago, Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore took office with a commitment to rebuild and strengthen the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office.⚖️

Today, Circuit Attorney Gore held the office's annual progress update press conference, highlighting accomplishments from the past year, including the launch of the Citizens Academy, the Circuit Attorney’s Neighborhood Collaboration (CNC) program, the new CAO Performance Data Dashboard, continued investments in attorney training, and ongoing efforts to improve public safety and community trust.📊

🔗Learn more about the progress achieved during the past year: https://www.circuitattorney.org/blog/circuit-attorney-gabe-gore-highlights-progress-achieved-during-the-past-year

🤝 The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office recently launched its Circuit Attorney’s Neighborhood Collaboration (CNC) program with the Academy Sherman Park Neighborhood Association.

Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore, Assistant Circuit Attorney Rondalyn McDonald-Harris, and Director of Community Engagement Leann Mosby joined residents to discuss public safety concerns, answer questions, and strengthen communication between the neighborhood and the Circuit Attorney’s Office.

Through CNC, residents have a direct connection to a designated prosecutor, helping build stronger relationships and improve information-sharing between the community and our office. Rondalyn McDonald-Harris will serve as the assigned Assistant Circuit Attorney for the Academy Sherman Park neighborhood.

Thank you to the Academy Sherman Park Neighborhood Association and everyone who attended for helping make this partnership possible.

Today, Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore joined United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri Tom Albus, Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith, and Prosecuting Attorney Joe McCulloch for a panel discussion at the Bench and Bar Conference at the Lake of the Ozarks, moderated by Judge McPherson. The discussion focused on public safety, prosecution, community engagement, and priorities across Missouri communities.

Thank you to BAMSL for hosting this important conversation and bringing together legal professionals from across the state.

Recently, Chief Warrant Officer Mary Pat Carl presented at the Missouri Office of Prosecution Services’ 20th Annual Family & Sexual Violence Conference, sharing her experience and expertise with prosecutors and justice professionals from across Missouri during multiple conference sessions focused on trial strategy and courtroom presentation.

Thank you, Mary Pat, for representing the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office and contributing to training efforts that support prosecutors across the state.

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting others will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and loved ones this Memorial Day, we remember those who gave everything in service to our nation. 🇺🇸