Consumer Protection Attorney – Lead Investigations & Litigation

My Florida CFO; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one Personal...

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

Job summary

Office of the Attorney General in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division. The role enforces Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act and related statutes in state and federal courts.

You will lead investigations, manage a team, and handle high-stakes negotiations, complex litigation, and cross-agency collaboration. A strong background in civil litigation and e-discovery is preferred.

Qualifications

• Florida Bar admission and at least two years of professional experience in law, research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings.
• The required legal experience must come from the practice of law in a U.S. state or territory; membership in another state Bar can substitute if Florida Bar is obtained within 12 months of appointment.
• Preference will be given to attorneys with 3+ years of civil litigation, 2+ years in fraud/deceptive trade practices or complex white-collar crime cases, and experience with e-discovery review on complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of investigators and staff, directing collection of evidence, research, subpoenas, and review of complaints and case materials.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize civil resolutions, including consent judgments and settlement agreements.
• Initiate and manage civil litigation from filing through trial and appeal, with travel as required.
• Partner with local, state, and federal agencies to coordinate investigations and litigation.
• Maintain current expertise in consumer protection law and assist with legislative changes.
• Perform all assigned tasks promptly, including complex filings, depositions, hearings, and trials.

Skills

Florida Bar admission

Legal research

Administrative hearings

Judicial hearings

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Office of the Attorney General in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division. The role enforces Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act and related statutes in state and federal courts.

You will lead investigations, manage a team, and handle high-stakes negotiations, complex litigation, and cross-agency collaboration. A strong background in civil litigation and e-discovery is preferred.