Special Districts Associate Attorney

the Firm; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

Nine Paid Holidays

Profit-Sharing

401(k)

Discretionary bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kutak Rock LLP in Tallahassee seeks a lateral associate for its Special Districts practice group. The role offers exposure to local government law, including public finance, contracts, public records, and governing board counsel, within private practice.

Ideal for an attorney with 3–6 years in governmental or transactional work and interest in expanding expertise. You will collaborate closely with experienced partners and teams across disciplines to deliver smart, compliant solutions in a

Qualifications

• Admitted to the Florida Bar in good standing, or eligible for admission within one year.
• J.D. from ABA‑accredited law school.
• 3–6 years of experience in transactional, governmental, or public finance law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services across local government law, including public finance, contracts, and public records.
• Advise clients and collaborate with partners on complex matters.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Multitasking

Learning new subjects

Working under pressure

Organization

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA‑accredited law school

Florida Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Job Summary

Kutak Rock LLP's Tallahassee office has a need for a lateral associate attorney for its Special Districts practice group. These special districts are local units of special-purpose government, offering a unique opportunity to practice across multiple areas of local government law - including public finance, contracts, public records, and governing board counsel- within a private practice setting. This role is well suited for an attorney with three to six years of experience in, or an interest in developing expertise in, governmental law and transactional practice while working closely with experienced, nationally recognized partners.

Qualifications: Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate competently and professionally with clients and supervising attorneys
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and deliver work efficiently and on time
• Ability to learn new legal and factual subject matter as required by each engagement
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational and matter management skills
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with partners, associates, support staff, and large transaction teams
• Ability and willingness to travel

Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Admitted to the Florida Bar in good standing, or eligible for admission within one year
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• 3-6 years of experience in transactional, governmental, or public finance law preferred

Position Information

• Status: Exempt
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with manager approval

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plan.
• Health Savings Account.
• Fertility coverage assistance.
• Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance.
• Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year.
• Flexible paid vacation leave.
• 1 hour of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid parental leave.
• Bereavement, jury duty, military leave.
• Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-Up Care.
• Domestic Partner Benefits.
• Commuting Benefits.
• Technology Allowance.
• Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.

Additional Information

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Consideration of any background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

About the Firm

Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to 'allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,' and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development.

Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated 'Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms. We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just based on our revenues or our profits, but with the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.