SENIOR ATTORNEY

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Nearest Secondary Market: Ocala


Partial Remote Senior Attorney - Tavares/Bushnell Location - 60070652

Salary: $55,000-$69,000 per year

Experience Level: Minimum of 2 years of bar admission

Department: Children's Legal Services

Organization: Department of Children and Families

Location: Tavares/Bushnell, FL

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Application Deadline: 05/10/2024

Department of Children and Families is looking for a dedicated and passionate Senior Attorney to join their team at the Tavares/Bushnell location. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children by advocating for their safety, well-being, and permanency. This is a partial remote position, allowing for a flexible work schedule.

As a Senior Attorney at Children's Legal Services, you will have primary responsibility for multiple cases and ensuring legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children. You will work closely with investigators and case managers, as well as prepare them to serve as witnesses at trial. Utilizing best practice litigation techniques, you will be an advocate for children and lead the nation in dependency advocacy.

Qualifications for this position include a law degree and a minimum of 2 years of bar admission. However, entry level attorneys are also encouraged to apply. Training will be provided through a multi-week onboarding program and quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to attend an annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy to further develop your skills.

Working for the State of Florida offers many benefits, including paid Florida Bar annual dues, the Public Loan Forgiveness Program, and no state income tax for residents of Florida. You will also receive generous paid time off, state group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, and more.

The senior annual base salary for this position is $69,000, with a total compensation package valued at a minimum of $95,318. This may vary based on insurance and retirement elections. To apply, submit an online application with a cover letter and resume. Growth opportunities are also available for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom or in the office.

Join Children's Legal Services and make a difference in the lives of children today. The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and supports a drug-free workplace. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify the hiring authority in advance.

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Florida Bar annual dues, Public Loan Forgiveness Program, No state income tax, Paid time off, State Group Insurance coverage options, Retirement plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition waivers, and more.

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Advocacy, Legal Research, Trial Preparation, Litigation Techniques, Evidence Gathering, Leadership

Law Degree

Submit an online application with a cover letter and resume, may be requested to provide additional materials.

Qualification and Experience Law Degree, Minimum of 2 years bar admission

Legal