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Filminflorida is hiring : GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 8TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY-

MediabistroGainesville, FL, United States
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GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 8TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21012800

Date : Mar 12, 2025

Requisition No : 842736

Agency : Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title : GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 8TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21012800

This position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.)

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child-centered representation.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. Total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $93,137.24.

  • State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
  • 9) Paid state holidays
  • 1) Paid personal holiday
  • 13) Paid sick leave days
  • 176) Annual leave hours
  • Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions.
  • Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval
  • Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  • No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
  • State Tuition Waiver Program

ABOUT THE WORK

  • Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee.
  • Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court.
  • The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings, and motions, and attends court proceedings.
  • The Senior Attorney represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom.

    • ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar.
  • Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations.

    • ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • A valid Florida Driver’s License is required.
  • Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law.
  • Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon.
  • Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume.

    • The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer.

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