ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41001353

State of Florida • Boynton Beach, FL

54d

About The Position

The Assistant Attorney General represents the State of Florida in criminal appeals before the District Courts of Appeal and the Florida Supreme Court, as well as in federal habeas corpus proceedings and other extraordinary litigation. The role includes handling appeals to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court, and may include civil litigation, special projects, postconviction litigation, and opinions assigned by the Bureau Chief.

Requirements

• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Two years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law, or administrative or judicial hearings.
• Required legal experience must be from the practice of law in a U.S. state or territory.
• Good-standing membership in another state bar may substitute for Florida Bar admission if the attorney applies for and obtains Florida Bar admission within 12 months of appointment.
• Complete and accurate application profile, including employment history and explanations for employment gaps.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the timely filing of pleadings and documents comprising the record on appeal.
• Review assignments of error, conduct legal research, and prepare and file briefs presenting the State of Florida’s positions in criminal appeals.
• Handle oral arguments and other responsibilities associated with prosecuting criminal appeals.
• Represent appropriate state officials in habeas corpus proceedings brought by state prisoners in federal district courts in Florida.
• Review state court proceedings underlying challenged convictions and respond to prisoners’ claims of federal constitutional violations.
• Supervise and prepare pleadings, responses, and required exhibits in federal habeas corpus proceedings.
• Handle hearings and prepare post-trial proceedings in habeas corpus matters.
• Handle appeals from habeas corpus proceedings to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.
• Handle extraordinary litigation in state and federal courts where appropriate.
• Perform other special assignments or duties assigned by the Bureau Chief, including civil litigation, special projects, postconviction litigation, and opinions.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed