Filminflorida
SPECIAL COUNSEL-ASST ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000553
Filminflorida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
Overview
Our Organization and Mission:
The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. Position Summary:
This Special Counsel-Assistant Attorney General position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the General Civil Litigation unit in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Pay:
$117,877.50 - $128,593.66 Annually Qualifications
Admission to the Florida Bar
and ten (10) years of professional experience in the practice of law, in the judiciary or in teaching law or any combination thereof; and five (5) of the ten (10) years must be in the specialty area in which the attorney is being hired. The Work You Will Do
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: This position requires as a prerequisite to employment a degree of Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar. The position requires a minimum of ten (10) years in the practice of law. The position further requires expertise in civil trial and appellate litigation. Prosecute and defend civil litigation on behalf of state agencies and officials in all federal and state trial and appellate courts, as requested and as provided by law. Handle settlement negotiations, pleadings, pre-trial, jury and non-jury trials, post-trial and appellate practice. Exercise a thorough working knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedure, the federal and state rules of appellate procedure, evidence, and substantive law. Requires the ability to research and work independently and involves travel in and out of state. The Special Counsel will have greater responsibility for the more sensitive and complex cases, including class action lawsuits, which deal with the Governor and Cabinet, legislators, agency heads, prosecutors, public defenders, and judges. These cases frequently have statewide impact and influence the policy direction of state government. These cases frequently involve emergencies regarding matters of great public importance where response time is minimal and demands are great. The Special Counsel is responsible for cases involving constitutional law, civil rights, torts, employment discrimination, elections, environmental law, etc. This office relies on the experience and leadership of senior-level attorneys to provide guidance to the younger attorneys in the office. Since it can be difficult to draw bright lines separating litigation issues from standard operational issues, all attorneys must be prepared to provide counsel and guidance to agency and official clients on case-related issues and other topics that may be only indirectly related to a specific case but that nevertheless can have an impact on the client’s litigation goals. Research and draft motions, answers, replies, interrogatories, memoranda, briefs, opinions, orders, and other miscellaneous pleadings and documents. Attend trials, hearings, and appellate oral arguments in court and appear before agency boards and legislative committees. Performs investigations and all aspects of discovery. Perform routine administrative matters, including coordinating assignments with attorneys, legal secretaries, paralegals, and interns; attending staff meetings; preparing time records, and case status reports; filing documents, etc. Assist and advise entry-level attorneys in all of the aforementioned aspects of the office’s practice, and recommend hiring, retention, and promotion when asked. Respond to inquiries from the public. Maintain current expertise in areas of practice, including reading recent judicial decisions and case summaries and attending continuing legal education and other professional seminars, while contributing to the office’s bank of legal briefs, memoranda, forms, and overall base of legal knowledge. Candidate Profile
Note:
The candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with details including supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment, explanations for any gaps in employment, and verifiable information for experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and abilities. Do not use the statement “See Resume” in place of work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package includes a competitive set of employee benefits: Annual and Sick Leave benefits Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com Important Notices
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To be considered for the position, all applicants must submit a complete and accurate application profile and ensure all work experience is listed, including gaps explained. Applicant responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by stated experience or resume. NOTE:
Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application. The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for up to six months; a new application may be required after six months. OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program. Criminal Background Checks / Drug Free Workplace
All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace and all employees are subject to drug testing. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Statement
The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government's employment eligibility verification program (E-Verify). Persons with Disabilities / ADA Statement
The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation, please notify the People First Service Center. Reminders
Male applicants born on or after Oct 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System or have an exemption. For more information, visit the SSS website. Retirees may have implications on re-employment with the Florida Retirement System. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. If you require an accommodation, notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center. Location: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33301 Nearest Major Market:
Fort Lauderdale Nearest Secondary Market:
Miami For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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Our Organization and Mission:
The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. Position Summary:
This Special Counsel-Assistant Attorney General position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the General Civil Litigation unit in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Pay:
$117,877.50 - $128,593.66 Annually Qualifications
Admission to the Florida Bar
and ten (10) years of professional experience in the practice of law, in the judiciary or in teaching law or any combination thereof; and five (5) of the ten (10) years must be in the specialty area in which the attorney is being hired. The Work You Will Do
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: This position requires as a prerequisite to employment a degree of Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar. The position requires a minimum of ten (10) years in the practice of law. The position further requires expertise in civil trial and appellate litigation. Prosecute and defend civil litigation on behalf of state agencies and officials in all federal and state trial and appellate courts, as requested and as provided by law. Handle settlement negotiations, pleadings, pre-trial, jury and non-jury trials, post-trial and appellate practice. Exercise a thorough working knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedure, the federal and state rules of appellate procedure, evidence, and substantive law. Requires the ability to research and work independently and involves travel in and out of state. The Special Counsel will have greater responsibility for the more sensitive and complex cases, including class action lawsuits, which deal with the Governor and Cabinet, legislators, agency heads, prosecutors, public defenders, and judges. These cases frequently have statewide impact and influence the policy direction of state government. These cases frequently involve emergencies regarding matters of great public importance where response time is minimal and demands are great. The Special Counsel is responsible for cases involving constitutional law, civil rights, torts, employment discrimination, elections, environmental law, etc. This office relies on the experience and leadership of senior-level attorneys to provide guidance to the younger attorneys in the office. Since it can be difficult to draw bright lines separating litigation issues from standard operational issues, all attorneys must be prepared to provide counsel and guidance to agency and official clients on case-related issues and other topics that may be only indirectly related to a specific case but that nevertheless can have an impact on the client’s litigation goals. Research and draft motions, answers, replies, interrogatories, memoranda, briefs, opinions, orders, and other miscellaneous pleadings and documents. Attend trials, hearings, and appellate oral arguments in court and appear before agency boards and legislative committees. Performs investigations and all aspects of discovery. Perform routine administrative matters, including coordinating assignments with attorneys, legal secretaries, paralegals, and interns; attending staff meetings; preparing time records, and case status reports; filing documents, etc. Assist and advise entry-level attorneys in all of the aforementioned aspects of the office’s practice, and recommend hiring, retention, and promotion when asked. Respond to inquiries from the public. Maintain current expertise in areas of practice, including reading recent judicial decisions and case summaries and attending continuing legal education and other professional seminars, while contributing to the office’s bank of legal briefs, memoranda, forms, and overall base of legal knowledge. Candidate Profile
Note:
The candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with details including supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment, explanations for any gaps in employment, and verifiable information for experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and abilities. Do not use the statement “See Resume” in place of work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package includes a competitive set of employee benefits: Annual and Sick Leave benefits Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com Important Notices
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To be considered for the position, all applicants must submit a complete and accurate application profile and ensure all work experience is listed, including gaps explained. Applicant responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by stated experience or resume. NOTE:
Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application. The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for up to six months; a new application may be required after six months. OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program. Criminal Background Checks / Drug Free Workplace
All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace and all employees are subject to drug testing. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Statement
The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government's employment eligibility verification program (E-Verify). Persons with Disabilities / ADA Statement
The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation, please notify the People First Service Center. Reminders
Male applicants born on or after Oct 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System or have an exemption. For more information, visit the SSS website. Retirees may have implications on re-employment with the Florida Retirement System. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. If you require an accommodation, notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center. Location: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33301 Nearest Major Market:
Fort Lauderdale Nearest Secondary Market:
Miami For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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