CAREER ATTORNEY - 22009238

State of Florida•Alachua, FL

1d•$69,239 - $88,324•Hybrid

About The Position

Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney/Career Attorney for Judge Ross Bilbrey for a position beginning late October or early November 2026. Judge Bilbrey would prefer an attorney with experience working for an appellate judge or court. He would also prefer an attorney who is seeking a long-term position. However, he is willing to consider a one- or two-year term clerk. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be available for an experienced attorney.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the Florida Bar or admission pending.
Experienced in research and writing whether from prior employment or clerkship, law journal, or moot court experience.
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, Bluebook, court rules and procedures, and commitment to the rules of ethics governing lawyers, judges, and court employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience working for an appellate judge or court.
Seeking a long-term position.

Responsibilities

Maintain a caseload and meet deadlines.
Grasp and analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual matters.
Perform exacting work with attention to details.
Digest large amounts of information and communicate informed legal recommendations to the judge.
Exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the court.
Work effectively with court staff and take direction from the judge.