Attorney OR Senior Attorney - Lawyer Regulation Headquarters

About the role

Acts as counsel at all investigative and trial levels of processing grievances against attorneys. This position may be filled at either the Attorney or Senior Attorney level and is located in Tallahassee, Florida (not a remote position).

Responsibilities

• Prosecutes trials.
• Completes all legal functions in disciplinary cases as necessary to resolve cases, including investigation, preparation of pleadings, conducting discovery, handling hearings and trials before Court-appointed referees, and preparing appellate records.
• Provides counsel and advice to grievance committees with respect to the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar and prepares written reports explaining all committee decisions.
• Conducts investigation of complaints alleging violation of Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.
• Makes decisions as to whether complaints should be dismissed or forwarded to a grievance committee for appropriate action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• Attorney level: minimum one (1) year of legal experience as an attorney.
• Senior Attorney level: minimum three (3) years of legal experience as an attorney.
• Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Skills

• Knowledge of the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.
• Knowledge of bar disciplinary procedures.
• Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and the judicial process.
• Skilled in case management.
• Skilled in preparation of pleadings.
• Skilled in conducting discovery.
• Skilled in directing, coordinating, and conducting investigation.
• Skilled in developing trial strategy.
• Skilled in legal and analytical communication, both oral and written.
• Skilled in using MS Word.
• Skilled in conducting internet research.
• Ability to think logically and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
• Ability to function independently, responsibly, and with initiative.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work collegially with other professionals and as part of a team.
• Ability to operate well under pressure and tactfully manage difficult situations.
• Ability to provide appropriate advice on legal issues and procedures.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to manage a case load.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to lift 5 to 10 lbs.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer contribution pension plan.
• Accrued vacation and sick leave, along with personal holidays and paid holidays.
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.