Senior Guardian ad Litem Attorney - Remote Eligible

State of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

9 paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to represent children in dependency court. The role includes reviewing cases, conducting investigations, developing legal strategies, filing pleadings, and appearing in court with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Florida Bar license and at least two years of relevant experience. It offers comprehensive state benefits, potential remote flexibility after onboarding, and ongoing professional trainings.

Qualifications

• Admitted to The Florida Bar and able to advocate in court on behalf of children.
• Knowledge of juvenile dependency law, rules of procedure and evidence.
• Strong written and oral communication under pressure in legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Represent, advocate, and negotiate for assigned children in and out of court.
• Develop and implement case strategies with Guardian ad Litem team.
• Review case files, conduct independent investigations, and file pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations to support permanency for children.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Effective communication

Litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to represent children in dependency court. The role includes reviewing cases, conducting investigations, developing legal strategies, filing pleadings, and appearing in court with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Florida Bar license and at least two years of relevant experience. It offers comprehensive state benefits, potential remote flexibility after onboarding, and ongoing professional trainings.