Sr. Trial Court Staff Attorney

The essential function of the position within the organization is to assist the judiciary with case management, pending litigation, processing of criminal and civil appeals, and a variety of issues. The assigned work involves considerable interpretation and judgment of legal issues in the area(s) of criminal, civil, appellate, and/or administrative law. The position is responsible for drafting memoranda, opinions, orders, and conducting legal research; reviewing briefs and case files; and advising judges on pending litigation. This position works under the supervision of the Supervising Trial Court Staff Attorney.

Salary

• $76,040.16/year

Qualifications

Education – Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the recommended educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Experience – Five years of work experience in the practice of law or as a law clerk in an appellate or trial court.

Certification and Special Requirements – Requires membership in Good Standing in the Florida Bar within one year of hire. Valid Florida Driver’s License required.

Competencies

How to Apply

Applicants should email a complete application package with the following materials to HR@circuit19.org
1. Cover letter and resume
2. Two (2) writing samples from within the past two (2) years
3. Copies of law school transcripts (originals may be required upon hire)
4. State of Florida Application - visit www.circuit19.org/about-courts/employment-opportunities to download the application.
Application Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

If you are a person with a disability who requires special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the Human Resources Department at (772) 807-4370 (option 6).