Entry Level Attorney OR Senior Attorney - 60070641

Legal; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families' Children’s Legal Services attorneys advocate for the safety and permanency of abused, abandoned, and neglected children in Palatka, FL. This full-time in-office position involves collaboration with investigators and case managers to gather evidence and prepare witnesses for court.

Entry level and experienced attorneys use best practice litigation techniques to present cases, with a focus on safeguarding families and children’s rights.

Qualifications

• Law degree required.
• Minimum 2 years bar admission.
• Onboarding program provided by CLS Statewide Training Team.
• Quarterly intensive training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics.
• Annual Advanced Litigation Academy on evidence techniques and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for safety and permanency of children in Chapter 39 proceedings.
• Gather evidence, prepare witnesses, and present cases in court using best practice litigation techniques.
• Collaborate with investigators and case managers to support the child and family.

Skills

Litigation

Evidence gathering

Witness preparation

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Children's Legal Services attorneys at the Florida Department of Children and Families advocate for the safety and permanency of abused, abandoned, and neglected children throughout Chapter 39 proceedings. Entry level and experienced attorneys work with investigators and case managers to gather evidence, prepare witnesses, and present cases in court using best practice litigation techniques. This position is based in Palatka, FL and is full-time in-office.

Key qualifications

• Law Degree
• Minimum of 2 years bar admission
• Multi-week onboarding program provided by CLS Statewide Training Team
• Quarterly intensive training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics
• Annual Advanced Litigation Academy on evidence techniques and advocacy