SENIOR ATTORNEY OPS

Full-time

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Organization seeking a Full-time or Part-time Senior Attorney for Children’s Legal Services in West Palm Beach, FL. This position is eligible for a permanent appointment and offers a competitive salary of .

Make a difference in the lives of children as a Senior Attorney with Children’s Legal Services. This role involves advocating for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida’s abused, abandoned, and neglected children. With a team of over 300 attorneys, Children’s Legal Services is a leader in the courtroom for Chapter 39 proceedings.

As a Senior Attorney, you will have primary responsibility for multiple cases and ensure that all legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children. This includes collaborating with investigators and case managers to gather evidence and preparing them to serve as witnesses at trial. You will also employ best practice litigation techniques to ensure the best possible outcome for the children you represent.

To be considered for this role, you must have a Law Degree and be willing to undergo training provided by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team. This includes a multi-week onboarding program, quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training, annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy, and ongoing CLE requirements.

Working for the State of Florida offers many benefits, including paid Florida Bar annual dues, eligibility for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program, no state income tax for residents of Florida, and state group insurance coverage options. Additionally, there are growth opportunities within the organization for those who want to become leaders in the courtroom or in the office.

To apply, please submit an online application with a cover letter and resume. You may also be asked to provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and supports a drug-free workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please notify the hiring authority in advance. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act. Join our team at Children’s Legal Services and make a positive impact on the lives of children in the West Palm Beach, FL area.

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Florida Bar dues, Public Loan Forgiveness Program, No state income tax, State Group Insurance coverage options, Growth opportunities

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Legal advocacy, Courtroom litigation, Evidence gathering, Case management, Legal research, Writing, Public speaking, Team collaboration, Leadership, Strategic planning, Project management, Time management, Attention to detail, Multi-tasking, Adaptability, Problem-solving

Law degree

Submit an online application with a cover letter and resume. May be requested to provide writing sample, law school transcripts, and references.

Qualification and Experience Law degree, Florida Bar membership, Admittance to practice in state court, Admittance to practice in federal court, Prior experience in child welfare law preferred

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