Entry-Level Appellate Staff Attorney

State of Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 69,239 - 88,324; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Retirement

Job summary

State Courts System is seeking a DISTRICT COURT STAFF ATTORNEY to assist appellate judges with legal issues and develop experience in appellate practice at the Third District Court of Appeal in Miami, Florida. The role emphasizes strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills and provides exposure to a variety of subject areas.

The position is on-site at the courthouse, with a competitive salary structure based on experience and years of service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Member of the Florida Bar in good standing at the time of hire or within one year after hire.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Law review, journal membership, moot court participation, court system, teaching, or research work experience, or commitment to public service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist judges in the disposition of legal issues.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Statutory law

Court rules

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

State Courts System is seeking a DISTRICT COURT STAFF ATTORNEY to assist appellate judges with legal issues and develop experience in appellate practice at the Third District Court of Appeal in Miami, Florida. The role emphasizes strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills and provides exposure to a variety of subject areas.

The position is on-site at the courthouse, with a competitive salary structure based on experience and years of service.