Legislative Counsel & Research Attorney

State-of-Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida seeks an attorney to assist in the examination and preparation of legislation, legislative programs and legal documents in Tallahassee. The role provides counsel to legislative committees and conducts legal research to support policy decisions.

Qualifications include admission to The Florida Bar, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to interpret state and federal statutes. Salary is commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience interpreting Florida statutes and legislative processes.
• Ability to counsel legislators and staff on legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research evaluating state statutes and preparing opinions.
• Draft legislative bills, bill analyses, and amendments under supervision.
• Monitor legislation through committees and floor proceedings.
• Provide legal counsel to legislators and committees on legal matters.
• Recommend changes to legislation based on case law and agency input.
• Perform meetings, presentations, and independent legal research as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legislation analysis

Oral and written communication

Independent judgment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

State of Florida seeks an attorney to assist in the examination and preparation of legislation, legislative programs and legal documents in Tallahassee. The role provides counsel to legislative committees and conducts legal research to support policy decisions.

Qualifications include admission to The Florida Bar, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to interpret state and federal statutes. Salary is commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package offered.