JUDICIAL STAFF ATTORNEY - 22011115

State of Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Tampa, Florida seeks a Judicial Staff Attorney to assist judges with legal research and drafting of proposed orders. The position will support the Probate, Guardianship, Mental Health & Trust divisions and require strong research, writing and confidentiality.

Ideal candidates have a law degree from an ABA-accredited school and must become a Florida Bar member within one year if not already admitted. Excellent organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess excellent research, writing, proofreading and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize pending assignments.
• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or enrollment in the final semester; must become a Florida Bar member within one year if not admitted at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist state court circuit and county judges with legal research and drafting of proposed orders.
• Support the Probate, Guardianship, Mental Health & Trust divisions.
• Handle confidential matters with discretion and integrity.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Proofreading

Communication

Time management

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Florida Bar admission within 1 year

Job description

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Requisition No:883239

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: JUDICIAL STAFF ATTORNEY - 22011115

Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number:22011115

Salary: $60,330.48 - $78,181.20 Annually

JUDICIAL STAFF ATTORNEY

Probate, Guardianship, Mental Health & Trust Division

Job Location

13th Judicial Circuit, Tampa, FL

Salary Range

$78,181 (Practicing Law 5+ Years)

Job Description

The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit is seeking to fill a judicial staff attorney position in Tampa, Florida. The successful applicant will join a team of experienced staff attorneys in assisting state court circuit and county judges with legal research, drafting of proposed orders and other related assignments. The position is expected to be assigned to the Probate, Guardianship, Mental Health & Trust divisions.

Education and Training Guidelines

Applicants must possess excellent research, writing, proofreading and communication skills. Applicants must also exhibit strong organizational and time management skills and be able to effectively prioritize pending assignments. Discretion, honesty and confidentiality in handling matters before the court are essential.

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or enrollment in the final semester or quarter of law school is a requirement for applying. If the successful applicant is not a member of The Florida Bar at the time of hire, she or he must become a Florida Bar member within one year of the hire date.

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Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.