Trial Court Staff Attorney (Contractual)

$27.57 Hourly* If prior to admittance to Florida Bar    

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.  

• Perform legal research for the court and advise judges and other members of the legal team on the facts of a case and the relevant law. 
• Draft concise, well-researched orders, bench memoranda and other legal documents. 
• Keep abreast of changes in the law. 
• Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings. 
• Interact with Judges, court staff, other staff attorneys, and General Counsel.

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position

Graduation from an accredited law school and membership or expected membership in the Florida Bar; Exceptional writing skills; Well-rounded understanding of many areas of law, court procedures, court systems, and judicial rules. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficient in a technologically driven environment with intermediate to advanced computer skills. 
• Knowledge of court procedures and legal terminology. Must be highly organized; attentive to detail and able to work in stressful situations. 
• Able to effectively prioritize assignments. 
• Must have a demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse set of people in an open and friendly manner. 
• Able to maintain confidentiality. 
• If not a member of the Florida Bar, the selected candidate must sit for the upcoming Florida Bar Exam.

During the Application Process please upload the following ATTACHMENTS:

• College and law school transcripts (official or unofficial)
• Writing sample not to exceed five (5) pages

NOTICE:  

Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled.  Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview.   Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate against any person.  

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (561) 355-4380 at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711.”