Current Job Opportunity

District Court Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, and Career Attorney positions conduct legal research activities for a judge of a District Court of Appeal.

Graduation from an accredited law school/Florida Bar.

Senior level requires two years Florida Bar membership; and

Two years’ experience as a Staff Attorney, two years practice of law, or a combination of experience as a Staff Attorney and in the practice of law.

Experience in the practice of law must be subsequent to admission to the Florida Bar.

Career level requires five years of experience and Florida Bar membership.

*SALARY RANGE is dependent on level of experience and Florida Bar membership.

Outstanding analytical, research, and writing skills are required.

For each case, will be expected to analyze the legal and factual issues presented, perform independent legal research to confirm what legal principles govern, and by applying those principles, set-forth an objective, unbiased conclusion.

Must be able to write legal memoranda in a clear, organized fashion to inform the court about the issues, arguments, and controlling law.

 Must have a firm grasp of basic legal principles with the ability to expand current base of legal knowledge into many different areas.

Must have completed  core classes, including evidence, with high marks.

Will be expected to have expertise in proofreading and citation formatting.

All work will be done impartially, confidentially, promptly, and professionally.

Must be able to work effectively with others, which includes the ability to accept and provide constructive input.

FLSA status of this position is Personal Staff.

Remote or hybrid work may be an option.

Full time position for a term one to two years.

A comprehensive selection of State of Florida Employee benefits including membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized health insurance plan, optional enrollment in life, dental, and disability insurance plans, and paid $25,000 term life insurance.

For more information on the benefits available to State of Florida Employees visit: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

For additional information and to apply visit the Sixth District Court of Appeal Employment website at http://6dca.flcourts.gov/Marshal-s-Office/Employment-Opportunities.

Submit a cover letter, resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts (copies accepted), a writing sample, and references.

Submit to Cassandra West, Human Resources e-mail address 6dcahr@hwanfei.com.

For additional information contact the Sixth District Court of Appeal by phone at 863-274-9704.

Mailing address is 811 East Main Street, Lakeland, Florida 33801.

Fax number is 863-413-2649.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

The State Courts System is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, or disability.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the contact person or as indicated for each respective position or contact the office by e-mail at 6DCAHR@flcourst.org or by phone at 863-940-6041 in advance.

Persons using a TTY/TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: (Voice) 1-800-955-8770, (TDD) 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE: 711.