The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is a progressive trial court in Central Florida where employees make a difference. Our team of court professionals is richly diverse, with unique perspectives and ideas. We encourage teamwork and individual contribution and pride ourselves on changing attitudes and doing things better. We’re always interested in dynamic individuals who enjoy innovation, new ideas and the opportunity to serve others while leading the way to the court of tomorrow.
Position description
The Staff Attorney position’s essential function is to assist the judge assigned to the Complex Business Litigation Court with case management, review of all pending litigation and motions, legal research, preparation of proposed orders and other tasks associated with the Complex Business Litigation Court. The successful applicant must have the following: Exceptional analytical skill, excellent writing ability, good organizational and multi-tasking capabilities, and the ability to work independently.
The position requires knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, court rules and procedures, as well as, the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work behind the scenes, as work in the courtroom is extremely limited.
Salary $45,817.20 per year. Salary is 10% below minimum ($41,235.48 per year) if the individual is not a member of the Florida Bar. Membership in the Florida Bar must be attained within one year from the date of hire. Applicants must possess the following: Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Must be proficient in Word and Westlaw. 40/hrs. per week. State funded position with benefits. A cover letter, resume, State of Florida application with verification of required education, and two writing samples required.
Anticipated hire date January 10, 2018.
Equal opportunity employer
The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Persons with a disability needing an accommodation for the application/selection process should notify Human Resources (407) 836‐2261 prior to the application deadline. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.