Senior Attorney

Senior AttorneyActs as counsel at all investigative and trial levels of processing grievances against attorneys.Required minimum education: Juris Doctorate and a Florida Bar Member in Good Standing.Required minimum professional work experience: Three (3) years legal experience as an attorney in (1) effective case management, (2) trials, (3) pre-trial matters, and (4) development of trial strategy.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Prosecutes trials. Completes all legal functions in disciplinary cases as necessary to resolve cases. This includes investigation, preparation of pleadings, conducting discovery, handling hearings and trials before Court-appointed referees, and preparing appellate records.Prepares record for and conducts grievance committee meetings and provides counsel and advice to grievance committees with respect to the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.Conducts investigation of complaints alleging violation of Rules Regulating The Florida Bar. Makes decisions as to whether complaints should be dismissed or forwarded to a grievance committee for appropriate action.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge:The Rules Regulating The Florida BarBar disciplinary proceduresRules of Civil ProcedureLegal terminology and the judicial processAdobe AcrobatSkills:Case managementPreparation of pleadings and appellate briefsConducting discoveryDirecting, coordinating, and conducting investigationDeveloping trial strategyLegal and analytical communication, both oral and writtenUsing MS WordConducting internet researchAbilities:Think logically and solve problems effectivelyInterpret policies and proceduresFunction independently, responsibly, and with initiativeOrganize and prioritize workWork collegially with other professionals and as part of a teamOperate well under pressure and tactfully manage difficult situationsProvide appropriate advice on legal issues and proceduresTravelManage a case loadCommunicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writingUse discretion and independent judgmentCreate ADA compliant forms and documents using AdobeSit for long periods of timeHear and converse over the telephoneKey/work frequently on a computerLift 5 to 10 lbsPlease notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Exempt position.This position is in an in-office position, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and is not a remote position.