Sr. Trial Court Staff Attorney

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. Education, Experience, Certifications and Special Requirements Education — Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis. Experience — Five years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court. Certification and Special Requirements — Requires membership in Good Standing in the Florida Bar within one year of hire. Valid Florida Driver’s License required. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Also, the State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. If you are a person with a disability who requires a special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io (option 6) Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM $76,040.16 annually ($64,999.44 if less than 5 years experience) ($58,499.52 if not yet licensed) Location: TBD - Remote Eligible Position also travels to other locations within the Judicial Circuit and must be available for onsite training. (Applicants must reside within the Circuit or be willing to relocate in order to be considered for employment.) #J-18808-Ljbffr Nineteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida