Entry-Level County Attorney: Contracts, Advice & Hearings

Socket.dev; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

12 paid vacation days per year

8 holidays

Job summary

Polk County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney I for a fast-paced local government law office in Florida. The role requires a Florida Bar in good standing and 0–3 years of practice, with no remote work and attendance as an essential function.

Duties include providing legal advice, attending meetings, drafting contracts, and extensive research, reporting to work during emergencies as needed. The position features a starting salary of $75,816 and a benefits package including health and dental

Qualifications

• Florida Bar membership in good standing required.
• 0–3 years of legal experience.
• This is a non-remote position; regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to and review agenda matters from assigned divisions.
• Attend, participate in, and present at staff meetings, boards, and commissions.
• Draft and negotiate contracts; conduct extensive legal research.

Job description

Polk County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney I for a fast-paced local government law office in Florida. The role requires a Florida Bar in good standing and 0–3 years of practice, with no remote work and attendance as an essential function.

Duties include providing legal advice, attending meetings, drafting contracts, and extensive research, reporting to work during emergencies as needed. The position features a starting salary of $75,816 and a benefits package including health and dental