Logo
State of Florida

SENIOR TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22009023

State of Florida, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318


SENIOR TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22009023

Date: Oct 29, 2024Requisition No:

838458Agency:

State Courts SystemWorking Title:

SENIOR TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22009023Position Title:

Senior Trial Court Staff AttorneyJob Location:

Eighteenth Judicial Circuit; Viera, FLSalary Range:

$74,549.22 AnnuallyJob Description:

This is a highly professional position that assists trial court judges within the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit by conducting legal research, preparing memoranda of law, drafting proposed orders, and attending court proceedings. Staff attorneys are responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and advising judges on criminal (including pre-trial motions, prisoner petitions, and motions for post-conviction relief), civil (including discovery and summary judgment), family, probate/guardianship, appeals (including driver’s license suspensions and administrative agency decisions), and other duties as assigned. The successful applicant will demonstrate proficiency in legal research, writing, proofreading, and citations; exceptional attention to detail; the ability to analyze and comprehend statutes, rules, and procedures; the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; the ability to effectively prioritize and promptly complete assignments; and the ability to work effectively with others as well as independently. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Supervising Senior Staff Attorney and judges, and progress is reviewed as required and applicable.Education and Training Guidelines:

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Florida Bar membership is preferred upon hire but must be attained within one year of hire. Knowledge of Westlaw and Microsoft 365. Experience in the area of criminal or civil law, and drafting motions or proposed orders, is preferred.Background Check:

Employment is provisional pending the results of a successful background investigation and fingerprinting.How to Apply:ANTICIPATED START DATE: TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025Please submit the below items, electronically, to Brevardjobapps@flcourts18.org:State of Florida Application (link below),Cover Letter,2 Writing Samples (less than 10 pages each),Law School Transcripts,Proof of Membership in the Florida Bar, if applicable.Applications must be completed in full. Applications containing the verbiage “please refer to resume” will NOT be considered. Resumes may be attached as supplemental documentation only and will not be accepted as stand-alone applications. Any submission for this position that does not meet the listed requirements will be deemed incomplete and ineligible for further consideration.To qualify for the “Senior” Trial Court Staff Attorney status and pay, you must have 5 years of previous State Courts System or County-Funded Staff Attorney experience, otherwise, the position will be required to be reclassed to a Trial Court Staff Attorney position at a lower pay grade and starting salary.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

#J-18808-Ljbffr