Senior Bar Counsel - Rules & Court Procedure

The Florida Bar; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Employer-funded pension plan

Low-premium medical insurance

Paid vacation

Flexible spending accounts

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

The Florida Bar is looking for a Senior Bar Counsel in Tallahassee, FL. In this role, you will shape the rules governing Florida’s courts, guiding proposed amendments through the process while collaborating closely with experienced practitioners and judiciary members.

A Juris Doctor and strong legal writing skills are essential, along with three years of legal experience. The position is in-office, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of The Florida Bar.
• Three years legal experience for Senior Bar Counsel.
• One year legal experience for Bar Counsel.
• Knowledge of the rules regulating The Florida Bar.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• File petitions and pleadings with the Supreme Court.
• Manage committees' docket and help meet deadlines.
• Coordinate committee meetings and document business.
• Monitor case law and keep rules current.
• Respond to questions from the public and Bar members.
• Maintain official record of committee business.

Skills

Legal writing

Editing

Research

MS Word

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Outlook

Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

The Florida Bar is looking for a Senior Bar Counsel in Tallahassee, FL. In this role, you will shape the rules governing Florida’s courts, guiding proposed amendments through the process while collaborating closely with experienced practitioners and judiciary members.

A Juris Doctor and strong legal writing skills are essential, along with three years of legal experience. The position is in-office, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.