Intake Prosecutor – Postconviction Trial Attorney

Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Leave

Job summary

The Office of the State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orlando seeks an Intake Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of criminal litigation experience, including extensive trial work, to join a fast-paced team handling high-volume cases for county and circuit court.

Responsibilities include reviewing postconviction motions, drafting responses, conducting evidentiary hearings, researching issues, and coordinating with court personnel to manage caseloads under pressure.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Florida Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years criminal litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office and case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Responds to postconviction motions with claims such as ineffective assistance of counsel, illegal sentences, newly discovered evidence, involuntary pleas, and postconviction DNA testing requests.
• Drafts detailed written responses to postconviction motions with accurate legal analysis.
• Conducts evidentiary hearings on postconviction claims, examining witnesses and presenting oral argument.
• Performs extensive legal research to evaluate postconviction issues and support advocacy.
• Reviews court transcripts and related documents to assess postconviction claims and prepare responses.
• Collaborates with attorneys and court personnel to manage caseloads and ensure timely resolution.
• Must work under pressure in courtroom and outside.

Skills

Legal research

Trial experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Case management

MS Office

Job description

The Office of the State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orlando seeks an Intake Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of criminal litigation experience, including extensive trial work, to join a fast-paced team handling high-volume cases for county and circuit court.

Responsibilities include reviewing postconviction motions, drafting responses, conducting evidentiary hearings, researching issues, and coordinating with court personnel to manage caseloads under pressure.