Attorney Advisor

USDC - Middle District of Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Federal benefit package

Job summary

USDC - Middle District of Florida seeks an Attorney Advisor to provide legal support to the Clerk of Court. This role includes conducting legal research, advising on court operations, and drafting important documents. Candidates must possess a JD degree and strong research and writing skills.

The position offers a salary range of $42,570 - $69,190, depending on federal service history, with a full Federal benefit package.

Qualifications

• Legal training and knowledge of federal court procedures are required.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise good judgment.
• Experience with criminal cases is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for the Clerk on issues affecting the Clerk’s Office.
• Analyze federal statutes and regulations affecting the clerk’s office.
• Compose non-routine documents that require legal analysis.
• Monitor existing and proposed legislation impacting court procedures.

Skills

Exceptional research skills

Strong writing and organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

JD degree from an accredited law school

Job description

The attorney advisor serves as the primary legal support to the Clerk of Court, provides legal advice regarding the clerk’s office and court operations, and ensures compliance with statutes, rules, policies, and procedures. The Attorney Advisor independently conducts legal research, provides analysis and prepares reports, and drafts court procedures, policy documents, and correspondence. The Attorney Advisor serves as a resource to the Clerk of Court, Chief Deputies, HR Director, and other managers for HR issues, policies, and training. This position is directly supervised by the Clerk of Court.

Representative Duties

• Conduct research for the Clerk as necessary to provide advice on issues affecting the Clerk’s Office and its policies and procedures. Prepare memoranda on the results of the research.
• Analyze and interpret federal statutes and regulations, Administrative Office directives, policies and procedures, and court rules and orders affecting the operation and work of the clerk’s office and the court.
• Collect, review, and analyze information and data related to court operations, special projects, and activities.
• Compose non-routine documents that require legal analysis. Proofread documents and check citations. Draft official correspondence from the Clerk and Chief Judge.
• Draft administrative orders for review and consideration by the Chief Judge.
• Process PACER exemption requests and prepare orders approving the requests when appropriate.
• Work with the Clerk, Chief Deputies, and HR Director to advise on complex human resource issues and provide training to the Clerk's Office managers.
• Work with the Clerk, Chief Deputies, and HR Director to recommend policies and procedures for hiring, retention, and onboarding of staff.
• Prepare human resources documents for Clerk’s Office staff and assist HR staff in managing the HR intranet page.
• Develop and facilitate presentations, including visual presentations, for judges or staff regarding special projects or topics, including human resources issues.
• Monitor and evaluate existing and proposed legislation, laws, rules, and other regulations to determine impact on court procedures or to suggest changes to improve the Clerk’s Office or court policies or procedures.
• Serve as the EDR Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Exceptional research, writing, organizational, speaking and time‑management skills are required. Ability to maintain confidential information, exercise good judgment, and deliver polished materials. Ability to create and maintain a positive, effective communication foundation among the court, the bar, and public. Legal training and knowledge of federal court procedures are required. A JD degree from an accredited law school in the United States or an equivalent degree from an institution elsewhere is required. Experience with criminal cases is helpful, but not required.

Salary: CL 29 $42,570 - $69,190 (Prorated for part-time) $42,570 - $53,218 New federal employees* $42,570 - $69,190 Current or former federal employees* *Starting salary adjustments prioritize prior federal service, with some recognition of relevant work experience and prior salary history. Applicants with prior federal court experience may be eligible for a starting salary above the minimum.

Position carries full Federal benefit package.

To apply:

• Applications must be submitted through the posting on https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/flmd
• Attach your cover letter and resume as PDF documents named "last name, first name" (e.g. Smith, John)
• Attach a list of three professional references with contact information

Due to the volume of applications usually received, receipt of individual applications will not be acknowledged. Facsimiles will not be accepted.

THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States Employees must use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.