Senior Attorney - Child Welfare & Dependency Advocacy

State of Florida; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 66,319 - 81,056; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Bar annual dues covered

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

No state income tax

176 hours of annual leave

Nine paid holidays

State Group Insurance options

Retirement plan options

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking a Senior Attorney to join the Children and Families agency in DeFuniak Springs. The role primarily focuses on advocating for the safety and permanency of abused, abandoned, and neglected children in Florida. You'll manage multiple cases, collaborating with case managers and investigators to fulfill legal requirements, ensuring success in trial settings.

Your qualifications should include a law degree and at least two years of bar admission. The annual base salary for this full-time position is $73,688.42, with total compensation valued over $103,267.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying various benefits, including paid holidays and tuition waivers.

Qualifications

• Law Degree from an accredited institution.
• Admitted to the bar for at least 2 years and practiced law.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the safety and well-being of Florida’s abused and neglected children.
• Collaborate with case managers and investigators.
• Prepare litigation presentations and lead trial processes.

Education

Law Degree

Minimum of 2 years bar admission

Job description

The State of Florida is seeking a Senior Attorney to join the Children and Families agency in DeFuniak Springs. The role primarily focuses on advocating for the safety and permanency of abused, abandoned, and neglected children in Florida. You'll manage multiple cases, collaborating with case managers and investigators to fulfill legal requirements, ensuring success in trial settings.

Your qualifications should include a law degree and at least two years of bar admission. The annual base salary for this full-time position is $73,688.42, with total compensation valued over $103,267.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying various benefits, including paid holidays and tuition waivers.