Entry-Level Legislative Attorney & Counsel

People First Service Center; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Salary commensurate with experience

Job summary

A state legislative office in Florida is seeking an entry-level attorney to assist in preparing legislation and providing legal counsel to committees. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting documents, and advising Legislators on legal matters. The position requires being a member in good standing with The Florida Bar and offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Applicants with strong analytical and communication skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Entry-level legal work involves research and preparation of legislation and documents.
• Assist in representing the Legislature and provide legal counsel to committees.
• Draft legal documents, contracts, and legislative bills under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research assessing state statutes for legal opinions.
• Prepare and draft routine contracts and legal documents.
• Advise Legislators on legal matters within the legislative process.
• Represent the Legislature in court under supervision.
• Perform administrative litigation and legal research regarding utility matters.

Skills

Knowledge of legal terminology

Knowledge of Florida laws and legal procedure

Skill in reading comprehension

Ability to provide legal counsel

Ability to interpret legislation

Ability to employ legal reasoning

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to conduct meetings

Education

Attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar

Job description

A state legislative office in Florida is seeking an entry-level attorney to assist in preparing legislation and providing legal counsel to committees. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting documents, and advising Legislators on legal matters. The position requires being a member in good standing with The Florida Bar and offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Applicants with strong analytical and communication skills are encouraged to apply.