SENIOR TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22008140 & 22008141

State of Florida•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

A staff attorney will assist trial court judges in the Fourth Judicial Circuit with legal issues that require research and analysis, attending court proceedings, advising judges, and drafting memoranda and court orders. Staff attorneys primarily work on felony cases, including capital and non-capital criminal matters with a focus on postconviction motions. Staff attorneys will also work on civil, family, and probate matters.

Requirements

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
Member in good standing of The Florida Bar within one (1) year of hiring.
Five (5) years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court.

Responsibilities

Assist trial court judges in the Fourth Judicial Circuit with legal issues that require research and analysis.
Attend court proceedings.
Advise judges.
Draft memoranda and court orders.
Primarily work on felony cases, including capital and non-capital criminal matters with a focus on postconviction motions.
Work on civil, family, and probate matters.
Research legal issues by effectively reading, analyzing, and interpreting statutes, rules, and case law.
Draft memoranda and orders that are well-written and founded on reliable authority.
Proofread all work and pay attention to details.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Work independently on projects using time management skills to prioritize pending assignments.
Work collegially with other staff attorneys to comprehend legal and procedural issues and assist in making recommendations for court policy.
Exercise discretion, confidentiality, and honesty with court matters while maintaining high ethical and professional standards.