Senior Election Law Counsel

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as the primary attorney for the Office of Election Crimes and Security (OECS) in Tallahassee. You will provide litigation support, draft and review contracts and legal correspondence for OECS, and advise the Director on Florida Election Code matters.

You will review investigations, coordinate with law enforcement and agency partners, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with state and federal law and OECS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to practice law in Florida and be a member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 2 years of professional experience as an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary attorney for the Office of Election Crimes and Security (OECS); provide litigation support as needed; draft and review contracts and/or legal correspondence for OECS; provide legal guidance to the Director of OECS on a variety of issues that arise; provide legal guidance on Florida Election Code (ch. 97-106, Fla. Stat.); provide legal guidance on matters related to public records requests and/or discovery requests where OECS is involved; and conduct all activities in accordance with state and federal law and Department/OECS guidelines.
• Review internal investigations into allegations of elections law violations and irregularities. Review OECS's case files, determine whether further information is needed or if additional documentation should be included in the case file. Draft and issue referral letters to state and federal law enforcement, close out letters, fine letters, or additional correspondence necessary for each case. Close legally insufficient cases where there is no prima facie showing of a crime. Confer with law enforcement, agency partners, and specialists to obtain information or clarify facts relevant to each case. Confirm monthly the status of every referred case with the appropriate law enforcement agency. Ensure tracking of all calendar deadlines and court dates for any voting or voter registration case in criminal, civil, or administrative litigation.

Skills

Legal analysis

Criminal law

Election law

Litigation support

Contract drafting

Public records requests

Data interpretation

Microsoft Office

Communication

Discretion and confidentiality

Investigative coordination

Legal research

Tools

Voter Focus

DOC

CCIS

FCOR

DAVID

SAVE

Clerk of Courts

Job description

The State of Florida is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as the primary attorney for the Office of Election Crimes and Security (OECS) in Tallahassee. You will provide litigation support, draft and review contracts and legal correspondence for OECS, and advise the Director on Florida Election Code matters.

You will review investigations, coordinate with law enforcement and agency partners, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with state and federal law and OECS guidelines.