Senior Guardian ad Litem Attorney — Remote Flexible

Florida Department of Financial Services; Brooksville (FL); Hybrid; USD 83,823 - 102,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension or investment plan

9 paid state holidays

Life insurance coverage

Training on guardianship practice and dependency law

Lexis Nexis legal research access

Job summary

The Florida Department of Financial Services is seeking a Senior Attorney to join the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office. In this role, you will provide independent legal representation for abused and neglected children within Florida's dependency court system.

You will engage with varied stakeholders, manage case files, and advocate effectively in court. This position offers a robust benefits package and encourages a flexible remote work schedule after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Admission to The Florida Bar and legal skills sufficient to represent children.
• Two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Represent children as part of a team focusing on timely permanency and normalcy.
• Review case files, conduct investigations, and file pleadings and motions.
• Advocate and negotiate for assigned children.

Skills

Legal skills

Knowledge of juvenile law

Effective communication

Proficiency with computer applications

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school

Membership in the Florida Bar

Job description

The Florida Department of Financial Services is seeking a Senior Attorney to join the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office. In this role, you will provide independent legal representation for abused and neglected children within Florida's dependency court system.

You will engage with varied stakeholders, manage case files, and advocate effectively in court. This position offers a robust benefits package and encourages a flexible remote work schedule after onboarding.