ATTORNEY/SENIOR ATTORNEY - 60006208 1

State of Florida • Miami, FL

4d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Children and Families, Office of General Counsel, is seeking an Attorney/Senior Attorney in Miami, FL. This position involves representing the Department in various legal proceedings, providing legal advice to departmental programs, reviewing administrative complaints, conducting legal research, and preparing legal documents. The role requires admission to the Florida Bar and a Law Degree.

Requirements

• Law Degree
• Admission to the Florida Bar

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years’ experience (for Attorney role)
• 2+ years’ experience (for Senior Attorney role)

Responsibilities

• Represent the Department in state court proceedings, formal and informal hearings and administrative proceedings
• Provide legal advice on the proper course of action to Departmental programs such as mental health, substance abuse licensing and adult protective services
• Review administrative complaints for legal sufficientcy and compliance with state law and federal regulations
• Conduct legal research, motion practice and discovery with the assistance of administrative support staff
• Prepare complex legal documents and written legal opinions involving Florida law, statutes and administrative rules, consistent with agency policy
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Florida Bar annual dues paid for by the Department, contingent upon Agency approval
• Tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level