SENIOR ATTORNEY - 43004011

About the role

The Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) is responsible for licensing, chartering, examining, and regulating depository and non-depository financial institutions and financial service companies, including state-chartered banks, credit unions, trust companies, loan originators, mortgage lenders, securities dealers, investment advisors, consumer collection agencies and money transmitters throughout the state of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Represents the State of Florida, Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) in criminal or civil litigation, and administrative and other legal proceedings.
• Drafts complaints, proposed orders, declaratory statements, stipulation and consent agreements and other settlement agreements, correspondence, and related documents regarding matters within the jurisdiction of the OFR.
• Determines compliance with applicable state and federal laws as to documents drafted by others.
• Conducts independent and varied legal research requiring sound legal analysis and the exercise of independent judgment in evaluating state statutes, federal statutes, administrative rules, Self-Regulatory Organization rules, and constitutional issues.
• Conducts case presentation, examines and cross-examines witnesses, and summarizes case for presentation to judge or jury.
• Interviews clients, witnesses, victims, and other relevant parties to ascertain facts of case, including the taking of depositions and other discovery.
• Evaluates findings and develops strategy and arguments in preparation for presentation of case.
• Provides cooperation and assistance to Assistant State Attorneys, Assistant Statewide Prosecutors, Assistant U.S. Attorneys and law enforcement agencies concerning criminal enforcement matters which may result from investigations conducted by the OFR into alleged violations of the state banking, securities, and finance laws or related statutes and provides assistance and cooperation to other state and federal governmental agencies concerning civil or administrative actions related to alleged violations of matters within the jurisdiction of the OFR.
• Utilizes the Regulatory Enforcement and Licensing (REAL) System for attorney time-tracking, case tracking and documentation.

Requirements

• A Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Additional Requirements: Applicants are required to be members of the Florida Bar.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience in the practice of law.
• Preferences: Experience in administrative or financial regulatory law. Litigation experience. Experience in conducting investigations or depositions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of Chapters 120 and 517, Florida Statutes.
• Knowledge and experience with appellate, civil, and administrative litigation.
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to conduct research and prepare pleadings and reports.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under pressure and be results oriented.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft software (including Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams), legal research programs and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Skills

• Effectively utilizes agency hardware and software programs including proficient utilization of the Regulatory Enforcement and Licensing (REAL) System.

Benefits

Visit our website at https://flofr.gov/aboutus/careers to learn more about the excellent benefits available to OFR employees, including:

• Paid holidays and an annual personal holiday;
• Paid vacation and sick leave;
• Excellent health & life insurance options for individuals and/or family coverage;
• Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.;
• Tax deferred medical and Dependent Care Benefit reimbursement accounts available;
• Deferred Compensation opportunities;
• Tuition waivers to attend state universities/community colleges;
• Retail plans and options;
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000. The starting salary shall be commensurate with the selected candidate’s competencies and qualifications.

Schedule

This position may require 1 – 25% travel.

Special Notes

This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.