STAFF ATTORNEY

The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit in Monroe County, Florida, is seeking applications for a full-time Staff Attorney in Key West or Plantation Key, Florida.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and State of Florida application through really or to Personnel@keyscourts.net or to Personnel, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The state of Florida application can be found at www.keyscourts.net. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.

Interested applicants must submit an application packet to includes the following:

• A State of Florida Application
• Resume
• Writing sample
• List of professional references,
• Copy of unofficial college transcripts (graduate and undergraduate)

Job Description Overview
The essential function of the position within the organization is to assist the judiciary with case management, pending litigation and issues, and/or process criminal and civil appeals. The position is responsible for drafting memoranda, opinions, orders and reports; conducting legal research; reviewing briefs and case files; and advising judges on pending litigation and issues. The position works under general supervision of the Senior Attorney I.

Duties

• Reviews files, evidence, depositions, pleadings, motions, legal briefs, and memoranda of law, proposed orders and other related documentation in order to advise judges in a variety of legal areas;
• Conducts legal research of substantive and procedural legal matters, and drafts/prepares legal documents, such as opinions, judgments, post-conviction orders, memoranda or orders concerning extraordinary writs;
• Review motions for post-conviction relief brought pursuant to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure Section 3.850;
• Research the application and interpretation of the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration.
• Conduct legislative research;
• Perform research on specific questions of law as presented by judges sitting in the circuit civil, criminal, family, and probate divisions, and the county civil, criminal, and small claims divisions;
• Perform other related duties as required;
• Drafts proposed orders for motions filed in and issues arising during death penalty cases;
• Provides immediate legal research and recommendations required by judges conducting court sessions;
• Attends staff meetings to exchange information; attends technical or professional workshops, seminars or conferences to improve professional skills; attends hearings as required;
• Assists the circuit court appellate division by drafting bench briefs and/or appellate opinions.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, court rules and procedures. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Exceptional writing and research skills. Ability to analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual details, digest and communicate ideas and concepts orally and in writing. Comprehensive knowledge of legal publications and the ability to use them efficiently. Ability to reason logically and analytically. Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the Court. Ability to work effectively with others.

Education and Training Guidelines: Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar. Law School graduates awaiting the Florida Bar results or anticipating taking the Florida Bar will be expected to attain membership in the Florida Bar within one year of the date of hire.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Florida Bar Membership

Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar. Law School graduates awaiting the Florida Bar results or anticipating taking the Florida Bar will be expected to attain membership in the Florida Bar within one year of the date of hire.

Note: If the selected applicant is not a member of the Florida Bar at the time of hire, per the Florida Courts Salary Schedule, the salary base is 10% below the minimum ($62,653.78), and the applicant must become a member of the Florida Bar within one year of hire.

How To Apply:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and State of Florida application through really or to Personnel@keyscourts.net or to Personnel, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida 33040. State of Florida application may be found at www.keyscourts.net. Applications are being accepted until position is filled.

Interested applicants must submit an application packet to include the following:

• A State of Florida Application
• Resume
• Writing sample
• List of professional references,
• Copy of unofficial college transcripts (graduate and undergraduate)

To apply for position openings, please review and comply with the stated instructions included in the specific job posting. All applicants are required to submit a complete and current original application packet in order to be considered for the advertised vacancy. Please be advised that applying for a vacancy does not guarantee an interview or employment with the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be subject to verification of the information contained within the application including a minimum of two professional (past employment) reference checks. Additionally, the successful applicant will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, disability or sexual orientation. EOE. If you need accommodations to participate in the application /selection process, please notify us in advance at 305-292-3423; to make a call through Florida Relay Center, you can dial 7-1-1.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The 16th Judicial Circuit participates in the U.S. Government’s Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify) to assist in this required verification process. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) upon hire within the first 3 days of employment. For information about E-Verify, please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

At the Administrative Offices of the Courts, Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, we know that our employees are our most valuable asset. Your work and dedication allow us to meet our courts performance standards at the highest levels. Because of this, our employee benefits package is a top priority. As for your health and financial security, our benefits package will help ensure you and your family attain these goals while serving our beautiful community.

• Great working environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision other supplemental insurances offered
• Sick Vacation Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Membership with Florida State Retirement System (Pension or Investment)
• 457 Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Term Life $20,000 (Free to Employee)
• Free Parking

Monroe County Group Insurance Link: www.monroecounty-fl.gov/198/Group-Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,388.95 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,389