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Senior Attorney Jobs in Orlando, Florida, USA at State of Florida

Position: SENIOR ATTORNEY – 60057849

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No: 853265 Agency:

Children and Families

Working Title:

SENIOR ATTORNEY –  

Make a Difference

in the Lives of Children!

Children’s Legal Services attorneys advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida’s abused, abandoned, and neglected children. With a team of more than 300 attorneys, CLS leads in dependency advocacy at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding.

A CLS attorney primarily manages multiple cases, ensuring compliance with Florida and federal legal requirements to secure safe and permanent homes for dependent children. They collaborate with investigators and case managers to gather evidence, prepare witnesses for trial, and employ best practice litigation techniques to lead the nation in dependency advocacy.

Qualifications:

Law Degree

Minimum of 2 years bar admission

Training Provided:

Multi-week onboarding program by a dedicated Statewide Training Team

Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training on litigation tactics

Annual Advanced Litigation Academy focusing on evidence techniques, expert witnesses, and advocacy through technology

All CLE requirements met through webinars and live trainings on relevant topics

Benefits for Working for the State of Florida:

Florida Bar annual dues paid, contingent on approval

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

No state income tax

176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave annually

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday

State Group Insurance options (health, dental, vision, life, supplemental)

Retirement plan options with employer contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

And more!

Compensation:

The annual base salary for a full-time permanent position is $69,000. Total compensation, including benefits, is valued at a minimum of $95,318, with actual amounts varying based on insurance and retirement choices.

To apply, submit an online application with a cover letter and resume demonstrating your qualifications. You may be asked to provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references later in the process.

CLS offers growth opportunities for attorneys, including pathways for promotion into courtroom leadership or office leadership. Team members are encouraged to participate in special projects aimed at improving outcomes for children.

Join us and grow your career today!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. Discrimination or workplace violence are not tolerated.

Candidates requiring accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should notify the hiring authority or the People First Service Center at in advance.

The State of Florida maintains a Drug-Free workplace. Employees are subject to drug testing as per Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

For assistance, contact the People First Service Center at , Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.

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Title: Senior Attorney

Company: State of Florida

Location: Orlando, Florida, USA

Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Litigation)

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