Senior Attorney
About The Position
Acts as counsel at all investigative and trial levels of processing grievances against attorneys. Prosecutes trials. Completes all legal functions in disciplinary cases as necessary to resolve cases. This includes investigation, preparation of pleadings, conducting discovery, handling hearings and trials before Court-appointed referees, and preparing appellate records. Prepares record for and conducts grievance committee meetings and provides counsel and advice to grievance committees with respect to the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar. Conducts investigation of complaints alleging violation of Rules Regulating The Florida Bar. Makes decisions as to whether complaints should be dismissed or forwarded to a grievance committee for appropriate action.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate
- Florida Bar Member in Good Standing
- Three (3) years legal experience as an attorney in (1) effective case management, (2) trials, (3) pre-trial matters, and (4) development of trial strategy.
- Knowledge of The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
- Knowledge of Bar disciplinary procedures
- Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure
- Knowledge of Legal terminology and the judicial process
- Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Skill in case management
- Skill in preparation of pleadings and appellate briefs
- Skill in conducting discovery
- Skill in directing, coordinating, and conducting investigation
- Skill in developing trial strategy
- Skill in legal and analytical communication, both oral and written
- Skill in using MS Word
- Skill in conducting internet research
- Ability to think logically and solve problems effectively
- Ability to interpret policies and procedures
- Ability to function independently, responsibly, and with initiative
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work collegially with other professionals and as part of a team
- Ability to operate well under pressure and tactfully manage difficult situations
- Ability to provide appropriate advice on legal issues and procedures
- Ability to travel
- Ability to manage a case load
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to use discretion and independent judgment
- Ability to create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to hear and converse over the telephone
- Ability to key/work frequently on a computer
- Ability to lift 5 to 10 lbs
Responsibilities
- Prosecutes trials.
- Completes all legal functions in disciplinary cases as necessary to resolve cases.
- Investigation, preparation of pleadings, conducting discovery, handling hearings and trials before Court-appointed referees, and preparing appellate records.
- Prepares record for and conducts grievance committee meetings.
- Provides counsel and advice to grievance committees with respect to the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.
- Conducts investigation of complaints alleging violation of Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.
- Makes decisions as to whether complaints should be dismissed or forwarded to a grievance committee for appropriate action.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer contribution pension plan
- Accrued vacation and sick leave, along with personal holidays and paid holidays
- Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
- Eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
