Trial Court Staff Attorney

This is professional and highly responsible work conducting legal research, preparing memos, and drafting orders and opinions for the assigned Circuit Civil Judges. This position will also assist a Civil Appellate Panel with appeals from County Court, and other petitions filed for review by the Panel. The position may also be called on to assist with legal issues from other divisions. The work involves considerable interpretation and judgment in the analysis of legal issues in the areas of assignment. Contacts are primarily with judges and other court personnel. All work is performed under the supervision of a Senior Staff Attorney. This position may be partially remote.

Salary

• $5,310.41/month

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar. Although persons who are currently pursuing membership are eligible to apply, they will be required to attain Florida Bar membership within one year of appointment.

Competencies Other Information

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Drug-free Workplace

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ANY PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO REQUIRES A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT (727) 453-7165 IN ADVANCE.

How to Apply

Submit a Sixth Judicial Circuit application, cover letter, résumé, and a legal writing sample that does not exceed 10 pages to:

The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court

Human Resources, Suite J1500

14250 49th Street North

Clearwater, Florida 33762

Fax: 727-453-7166 or SixthCircuitHR@jud5.org