Trial Court Staff Attorney (I, II or Senior)

SUMMARY

CURRENT SALARIES: - I: $61,751.52 (Annual salary of $58,499.52 plus competitive area differential pay of $3,252.00) - II: $68,251.44 (Annual salary of $64,999.44 plus competitive area differential pay of $3,252.00) - Senior: $79,819.20 (Annual salary of $76,040.16 plus competitive area differential pay of $3,779.04) - Position is a two year term and can be renewed. This is an excellent opportunity to fine-tune your legal research and writing skills and contribute to the furtherance of justice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform legal research for the court and advise judges and other members of the legal team.
• Draft concise, well-researched orders.
• Keep abreast of changes in the law.
• Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings.
• Interact with Judges, other trial court staff attorneys, General Counsel, and court personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Trial Court Staff Attorney I: - Graduation from an accredited law school and expected membership in the Florida Bar; Exceptional writing skills; Well-rounded understanding of many areas of law, court procedures, court systems, and judicial rules.
• Trial Court Staff Attorney II: - Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar. Less than five years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court.
• Senior Trial Court Staff Attorney: - Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar. Five years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in a technologically driven environment with intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Knowledge of court procedures and legal terminology.
• Must be highly organized, attentive to detail, comfortable working in stressful situations, and able to effectively prioritize assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse set of people in an open and friendly manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• During the Application Process please upload the following ATTACHMENTS: - College and law school transcripts (official or unofficial)
• Writing sample not to exceed five (5) pages

NOTICE

• Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any of the protected classes.

PREMIER BENEFITS PLAN

• Start earning vacation and sick leave your first day of employment!
• Eligible for fourteen (14) PAID court holidays your first day of employment!
• State Group Insurance Health Plan is only $50 (monthly) for individual coverage; and $180 (monthly) for family coverage! - HMO – United Healthcare
• PPO – Florida Blue

• Retailer plan recognized nationally - Florida Retirement System (FRS)!
• A wide range of additional State benefits, including, but not limited to dental, vision, and disability insurance!
• Tax-free Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account!
• College Tuition Waiver Program!
• Cellular Plan Discounts!

Employer

• 15th Judicial Circuit Court (FL)

Contact Information

• Address: 205 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Florida, 33401
• Website: https://www.15thcircuit.com/

Required Questions

• Are you a member of the Florida bar? - Yes
• No
• Do you plan on sitting for the next bar exam? - Yes
• No
• Have you uploaded your writing sample and transcripts? Your application will be incomplete without them. - Yes
• No