Assistant Attorney General — Civil & Appellate

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida, Office of the Attorney General, in Tallahassee, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to prosecute and defend civil litigation on behalf of state agencies and officials in federal and state courts.

The role requires admission to the Florida Bar and at least two years of professional legal experience. You will handle trial and appellate matters, conduct research, draft pleadings, and collaborate with other OAG attorneys. Travel may be required as part of case management.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Two years of professional experience in the practice of law or related fields.
• Membership in good standing in another state Bar can substitute for Florida Bar if admitted within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Handle settlement negotiations, pleadings, motion practice, and trials (jury and non-jury).
• Research and draft motions, answers, replies, memoranda, briefs, and other pleadings.
• Perform routine administrative duties and supervise staff where applicable.

Skills

Legal research

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

State of Florida, Office of the Attorney General, in Tallahassee, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to prosecute and defend civil litigation on behalf of state agencies and officials in federal and state courts.

The role requires admission to the Florida Bar and at least two years of professional legal experience. You will handle trial and appellate matters, conduct research, draft pleadings, and collaborate with other OAG attorneys. Travel may be required as part of case management.