ATTORNEY

Attorney - 73001208

The Florida Department of Revenue invites you to apply to become an essential member of our team. This attorney position is responsible for representing the Florida Department of Revenue in bankruptcy matters related to the collection of state taxes and child support obligations for which the Department has responsibility. Under the general direction of the Chief Legal Counsel for the Bankruptcy Unit of the Office of the General Counsel, the attorney will be responsible for reviewing, defending, and negotiating settlement of claims filed by the Department where objections have been raised. This position will require appearances at preliminary hearings before Chapter 13 Trustees as well as bankruptcy judges via Zoom and in person. Further, the attorney will work with the Chief Legal Counsel, in representation of the Department in all phases of bankruptcy litigation, including research, preparation of pleadings, discovery, preparation of witnesses, hearing attendance, settlement negotiations, and trials as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Preferences:

• Preference will be given to candidates admitted to at least one Federal District Court.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior bankruptcy experience.

Salary: $45,542.88 - $63,999.96 / annually

Benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance, life insurance, tuition waivers, paid sick and personal leave, paid parental leave, 10 paid holidays annually, retirement savings, and vision and dental insurance.