In-House Appearance Counsel – Florida

Century Consulting Services

7d • $114,000 - $126,000 • Remote

About The Position

Century Law Firm, PLLC is seeking an experienced, reliable, and motivated Florida-licensed attorney to serve as In-House Appearance Counsel. This full-time role focuses primarily on representing clients at assigned hearings, conferences, and proceedings throughout Florida, without routine responsibility for drafting pleadings, filing motions or court documents, or managing an entire caseload. The Firm’s litigation and administrative teams handle routine drafting, filing, scheduling, and case management.

The attorney may attend hearings remotely whenever permitted by the court and must travel to court locations throughout Florida for required in-person appearances. The role includes serving as co-counsel on assigned Florida cases, reviewing case materials and preparing for appearances, advocating for clients within authorized parameters, and coordinating with the Firm’s litigation and scheduling teams. The attorney must comply with Florida court rules, professional standards, and ethical obligations. Travel expenses are the attorney’s responsibility, subject to any reimbursement required by applicable law.

Compensation is a salary of $9,500–$10,500 per month ($114,000–$126,000 annually). The position includes eligibility for applicable Firm-sponsored employee benefits, professional liability insurance coverage for authorized Firm work subject to policy terms, and dedicated litigation and administrative support.

Requirements

• Active Florida law license in good standing.
• Experience handling court appearances and litigation proceedings.
• Strong oral advocacy, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a larger legal team.
• Dependability, professionalism, and responsiveness regarding hearing assignments.
• Ability and willingness to travel to courts throughout Florida when in-person appearances are required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to client representation.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at assigned court hearings, conferences, and proceedings throughout Florida.
• Attend hearings remotely whenever permitted by the court and appear in person when required.
• Serve as co-counsel on assigned Florida cases.
• Review relevant case materials and prepare thoroughly for scheduled appearances.
• Advocate on behalf of clients and handle hearing-related discussions within authorized parameters.
• Maintain consistent communication with the Firm’s litigation and scheduling teams.
• Submit accurate and timely hearing reports documenting rulings, deadlines, and necessary follow-up.
• If unable to attend a scheduled hearing, promptly coordinate with the Firm and request a continuance from the court in accordance with applicable court procedures.
• Follow up on continuance requests and immediately notify the Firm if a request is denied or remains pending.
• Maintain compliance with Florida court rules, professional standards, and ethical obligations.
• Travel to courts throughout Florida when in-person appearances are required.

Benefits

• Eligibility for applicable Firm-sponsored employee benefits.
• Professional liability insurance coverage for authorized Firm work, subject to policy terms.
• Dedicated litigation and administrative support.
• Opportunity to attend hearings remotely whenever permitted by the court.

What This Job Offers

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