Senior Attorney - Public Health Prosecution (EAU)

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health's Prosecution Services Unit (PSU) seeks a Senior Attorney to serve as counsel of record on important healthcare licensure matters, handling litigation from inception to resolution.

The Emergency Action Unit handles urgent cases to protect the public, and this role offers strong support, professional development, work-life balance, competitive pay of $89,500 per year, and opportunities to appear before state licensing boards.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited school; must become Florida Bar member within 12 months.
• 2+ years of active legal practice.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: manage cases, review files, consult with experts, prepare pleadings and memoranda.
• Appearance Before Professional Licensing Boards: present cases before healthcare licensure boards.
• Litigation: manage all aspects of litigation from trial prep to post-hearing pleadings.
• Public Health Responsibilities: respond to public records requests and inquiries from various stakeholders.

Skills

Legal practice experience

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Florida Department of Health's Prosecution Services Unit (PSU) seeks a Senior Attorney to serve as counsel of record on important healthcare licensure matters, handling litigation from inception to resolution.

The Emergency Action Unit handles urgent cases to protect the public, and this role offers strong support, professional development, work-life balance, competitive pay of $89,500 per year, and opportunities to appear before state licensing boards.