SENIOR TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22009024
About The Position
The essential function of the position within the organization is to assist the judiciary with case management, pending litigation, processing of criminal and civil appeals, and a variety of issues. The assigned work involves considerable interpretation and judgment of legal issues in the area(s) of criminal, civil, appellate, and/or administrative law. The position is responsible for drafting memoranda, opinions, orders, and conducting legal research; reviewing briefs and case files; and advising judges on pending litigation. This position works under the supervision of the Supervising Trial Court Staff Attorney.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required.
- Five years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court.
- Membership in Good Standing in the Florida Bar within one year of hire.
- Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
- Two (2) writing samples from within the past two (2) years.
- Copies of law school transcripts.
Nice To Haves
- Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.
Responsibilities
- Assist the judiciary with case management, pending litigation, processing of criminal and civil appeals, and a variety of issues.
- Drafting memoranda, opinions, and orders.
- Conducting legal research.
- Reviewing briefs and case files.
- Advising judges on pending litigation.
Benefits
- Benefits Package
- FRS Retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
