Senior Guardian ad Litem Attorney - Part-Time, Remote

My Florida Families; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office in Florida is seeking a Senior Attorney for the 13th Circuit to represent children in dependency proceedings. This half-time position supports a multidisciplinary team and may remote after onboarding.

The role involves advocating for children's best interests in court, drafting pleadings, and attending hearings, depositions, and mediations under supervision of the Managing Attorney.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with Florida Bar admission and active standing.
• Two years of experience in dependency or related family-law practice.
• Valid Florida driver's license may be required.
• Strong trial skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent children in guardianship and dependency matters in court.
• Prepare pleadings, conduct investigations, and negotiate for the child.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to advance permanency and well-being.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as needed.

Skills

Bar admission

Court advocacy

Legal communication

Education

Law degree

Florida Bar member

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office in Florida is seeking a Senior Attorney for the 13th Circuit to represent children in dependency proceedings. This half-time position supports a multidisciplinary team and may remote after onboarding.

The role involves advocating for children's best interests in court, drafting pleadings, and attending hearings, depositions, and mediations under supervision of the Managing Attorney.