Remote District Court Staff Attorney

State of Florida; Sunset Corners (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State Courts System is seeking a DISTRICT COURT STAFF ATTORNEY for the Third District Court of Appeal. The position supports the Honorable Norma S. Lindsey with rigorous legal research and writing and a strong grasp of statutes, case law, and court procedures.

The role requires 0–5 years of experience or a new graduate preparing for the 2027 Florida Bar exam. Partial or full remote work is an option, with duties performed under supervision and in a drug-free, confidential workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Background check required after selection.
• Ability to interpret statutes, case law, and procedural rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and opinions.
• Apply legal principles, statutes, and court rules to cases.
• Identify legal issues and communicate findings clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Collaborate with supervisors and colleagues to support the court in decision-making.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

State Courts System is seeking a DISTRICT COURT STAFF ATTORNEY for the Third District Court of Appeal. The position supports the Honorable Norma S. Lindsey with rigorous legal research and writing and a strong grasp of statutes, case law, and court procedures.

The role requires 0–5 years of experience or a new graduate preparing for the 2027 Florida Bar exam. Partial or full remote work is an option, with duties performed under supervision and in a drug-free, confidential workplace.