SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55013062
About The Position
This is a Senior Attorney position in our District 6 Chief Counsel’s office This position will be responsible for providing legal counsel and representation of the Department in all phases of the acquisition of right-of-way for transportation facilities. Responsible for representation in all phases of eminent domain proceedings, including research, the preparation of pleadings, discovery, preparation of witnesses, hearings, settlement negotiations, and trial. Responsible for preparing real estate conveyance documents. Responsible for representation in defense of the Department in claims of inverse condemnation, as assigned. Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
Requirements
- Knowledge of litigation and civil rules of procedure and practice and Government In the Sunshine Law.
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to use word processing, graphic presentation software, database, and mainframe applications.
- Must be a member of The Florida Bar
- This position requires overnight travel.
- This position requires a Level 1 Background Check.
Responsibilities
- providing legal counsel and representation of the Department in all phases of the acquisition of right-of-way for transportation facilities
- representation in all phases of eminent domain proceedings, including research, the preparation of pleadings, discovery, preparation of witnesses, hearings, settlement negotiations, and trial
- preparing real estate conveyance documents
- representation in defense of the Department in claims of inverse condemnation, as assigned
- thoroughly researching all state and federal statutes, court cases, rules, and regulations affecting the right-of-way acquisition operations of the Department
- advising the right-of-way offices the attorney is assigned to work with of their legal powers and duties, how the law affects their operations, and the implementation of policies and rules
- providing support to Department attorneys representing the Department in claims and litigation against and by the Department
- assisting with responding to public records requests and subpoenas, as assigned
Benefits
- Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
- $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
- State of Florida retirement package
- 10 paid holidays a year
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Career advancement opportunities
- Tuition waiver for public college courses
- A variety of training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
