ATTORNEY

Full-time

No

Nearest Secondary Market: Orlando

Attorney - Protecting Children's Rights in Daytona Beach, FL

Salary: $55,000 annually

Department: Children's Legal Services

Organization: Department of Children and Families

Position Type: Open Competitive

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Requisition Number: 813705

Posting Closing Date: May 10, 2024

Training Provided:

- Multi-week onboarding program
- Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training
- Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy
- Fulfillment of all CLE requirements

Qualifications:

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Benefits:

- Florida Bar annual dues covered by department
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- No state income tax for Florida residents
- Generous annual leave and sick leave accrual
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday per year
- State Group Insurance coverage options
- Retirement plan options
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers

Growth Opportunities:

- Pathways for promotion and leadership in the courtroom or office
- Opportunities to participate in special projects

Make a difference in the lives of children by advocating for their safety, well-being, and permanency as an Attorney with Children's Legal Services in Daytona Beach, FL. With a team of over 300 attorneys, CLS is a leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding. As a CLS attorney, you will have primary responsibility for multiple cases and collaborate with investigators and case managers to gather evidence and prepare for trial. You will also have the opportunity to participate in special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children.

Responsibilities:

- Advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida's abused, abandoned, and neglected children
- Ensure legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children
- Collaborate with investigators and case managers to gather evidence
- Prepare partners to serve as witnesses at trial
- Use best practice litigation techniques in pleadings and trial presentations
- Fulfill all CLE requirements

Qualifications:

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- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with a team
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously

Compensation:

- Annual base salary of $55,000
- Total compensation inclusive of benefits valued at a minimum of $77,947
- Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections

How to Apply:

To apply, submit an online application that includes a cover letter and resume. Selected candidates may 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 does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance. The State of Florida also supports a Drug-Free workplace and conducts reasonable suspicion drug testing.

Not specified

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

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Litigation, Legal Advocacy, Case Management, Evidence Gathering, Trial Preparation

Law Degree

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

Qualification and Experience Law Degree

Legal