Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Clearwater, FL

Government

Clearwater, FL

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Clearwater, FL

Attorney

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Trial Court Staff Attorney - Criminal Division

Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar
- Membership in The Florida Bar must be attained within one year of appointment
- Computer literacy and proficiency in word processing
- Experience conducting legal research at the circuit court level
- Strong understanding of criminal law and ability to analyze legal issues
- Familiarity with pre-trial and trial matters, as well as post-conviction matters

Salary Information:
- Florida Bar Member: $5, + CAD = $5, monthly plus State benefits
- Not yet a Florida Bar Member: $4, + CAD = $4, monthly plus State benefits

Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

Location: Pinellas County, Florida (subject to change within the county)

Job Summary: The Sixth Judicial Circuit is seeking a highly responsible and professional Trial Court Staff Attorney to conduct legal research at the circuit court level, with a focus on criminal law. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for pre-trial and trial matters, as well as post-conviction matters, and will work closely with judges and court staff. This position may be partially remote, but regular in-person attendance is required.

Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analysis primarily at the circuit court level
- Draft court orders and memoranda of law
- Advise judges on legal research and issues
- Independently evaluate incoming post-conviction motions and take appropriate action
- Regularly communicate with judges and court staff
- Work under the supervision of the senior staff attorney, criminal division
- Receive assignments from the Supervising Senior Staff Attorney or Court Counsel
- Ensure timely addressing of post-conviction motions
- Perform word processing tasks

Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar
- Computer literacy and proficiency in word processing
- Strong understanding of criminal law and ability to analyze legal issues
- Familiarity with pre-trial and trial matters, as well as post-conviction matters

To Apply: Submit a Sixth Judicial Circuit application, cover letter, résumé, and a legal writing sample of no more than 7 pages to the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court Human Resources. Applicants must be able to do their own word processing.

Application Deadline: Until Filled

The Sixth Judicial Circuit is an Equal Opportunity and Diversity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. The organization participates in E-Verify. Persons with disabilities who require special accommodations during the application/selection process should contact the Human Resources Department in advance.

*Employee location may be subject to change within Pinellas County.

H1 Heading: Administrative Office of the Courts Sixth Judicial Circuit Job Announcement for Trial Court Staff Attorney

H2 Heading: Professional and Highly Responsible Trial Court Staff Attorney Position in the Criminal Division

The Sixth Judicial Circuit, located in Pinellas County, Florida, is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Trial Court Staff Attorney to join their team. The position involves conducting legal research primarily at the circuit court level, with a focus on criminal law. The Staff Attorney will also be responsible for pre-trial and trial matters, as well as post-conviction matters.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting court orders and memoranda of law, and advising judges on legal issues. The Staff Attorney will also independently evaluate incoming post-conviction motions and ensure timely addressing. The position requires strong understanding of criminal law and the ability to analyze legal issues. The Staff Attorney will work under the supervision of the senior staff attorney, criminal division, and may also receive assignments from the Supervising Senior Staff Attorney or Court Counsel.

The ideal candidate will have a law degree from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar. Computer literacy and proficiency in word processing are also required. The Staff Attorney must be able to work independently and have excellent communication skills as they will regularly interact with judges and court staff. The position may be partially remote, but regular in-person attendance is required.

The salary for this position is competitive and includes State benefits. Florida Bar Members will receive a monthly salary of $5,, while those who are not yet members will receive $4, per month. The organization is an Equal Opportunity and Diversity Employer, as well as a Drug-free Workplace. They also participate in E-Verify.

To apply, interested candidates must submit a Sixth Judicial Circuit application, cover letter, résumé, and a legal writing sample of no more than 7 pages. The application deadline is until filled. The organization is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities. Those who require special accommodations during the application/selection process should contact the Human Resources Department in advance.

Join the Sixth Judicial Circuit as a Trial Court Staff Attorney and be a part of a dynamic and professional team. Apply now and advance your legal career!