Staff Attorney assisting judges in the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court with legal research and drafting legal documents. Reviewing motions and aiding the court in various legal matters.
Responsibilities
Assist Criminal Division Judges
Review and monitor post-conviction motions, conduct legal research, make recommendations to judges, and submit proposed orders.
Review miscellaneous pre-trial or post-trial criminal motions, or any other criminal matter as requested, conduct legal research, make recommendations to judges, and submit proposed orders.
Upon request, draft proposed jury instructions and advise as to sentencing options.
Monitor death penalty proceedings, conduct legal research, make recommendations to judges, and submit proposed orders.
Conduct research as to current law, and advise judges on various legal issues.
Assist Civil Division Judges
Review and monitor petitions seeking extraordinary remedies, conduct legal research, make recommendations to judges, draft memoranda law, and submit proposed orders.
Review miscellaneous pre-trial or post-trial civil motions, or any other civil matter as requested, conduct legal research, make recommendations to judges, draft memoranda of law, and submit proposed orders.
Conduct research as to current law, and advise Judges on various legal issues.
Assist Appellate Banc with County-to-Circuit Appeals
Review and monitor appeal files at the pre-disposition stages, conduct legal research, make recommendations to the Appellate Banc, and submit proposed orders to the Appellate Banc.
Once appeals are ready for disposition, review trial records and appellate briefs, conduct legal research, submit memoranda with recommendation to Appellate Banc, and submit proposed opinions to the Appellate Banc.
Other Duties as assigned
Requirements
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
Proficient in computerized legal research, including Westlaw and/or Lexis-Nexis
Work experience, which demonstrates orientation towards public service
Ability to work on occasion outside normal business hours based on operational necessity
Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Membership in good standing in the Florida Bar is required. If not already a member, membership is required within one year of hire.
Benefits
Great working environment
Growth and Development Opportunities
Competitive Benefits Package
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
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