Represent the School Board in litigation brought by or against the School District. Assist in drafting and/or reviewing Board policies, contracts and documents. Assist in rendering legal opinions. Perform or direct legal research. Assist in coordinating and directing investigations of claims and complaints by or against the School Board, including the areas of construction and special education.
Assist in the acquisition of land for the School Board through negotiation or condemnation proceedings. Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida. Participate in training programs offered
to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities. Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures. Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies. Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE An earned degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Florida Bar. Computer skills as required for the position. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE An earned degree from an accredited law school. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in professional legal work preferred.
Bilingual preferred. SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: /Page/36072 and do a search by Job Code.
The Job Code for this position is: A-027 SKILLS COMPETENCIES CERTIFICATIONS LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR School Board of Broward County, Florida Assistant General Counsel (A-027) Annual Salary Range: Commensurate with experience Education: An earned degree from an accredited law school Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in professional legal work preferred. Member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in transactional and/or litigation experience in business matters. Experience representing school boards or other governmental agencies in Florida. Ability to manage a fast-paced and often high-volume workload and flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends, as necessary. Demonstrated success to build consensus among multiple stakeholders and manage communications in large, complex organization. Send curriculum vitae electronically to: xyz X@ Applications submitted through Success Factors will not be considered. Deadline: documents must be received by COB: January 8, 2024
position for an attorney who wants to supplement their income while maintaining a flexible schedule. The firm has a fun and casual work atmosphere, and you'll get to work on interesting commercial litigation cases with an amazing team! Pay Range: $75 - $150/hr DOE Responsibilities: Drafting motions and legal documents Managing and working up files for active cases Handling discovery processes, including Interrogatories, Requests to Produce, and Admissions Assisting with deposition preparation Preparing for trials, including drafting pre-trial stipulations, jury instructions, and summary judgment motions Requirements: Juris Doctor degree 3-5 years of experience in Commercial Litigation
Must be a Florida licensed attorney, preferably in the South Florida area Experience with drafting motions and managing lawsuit discovery Proficiency in West Law for legal research Ability to work independently with attention to detail and strong organizational skills Benefits: Fun, casual work environment Ideal to supplement income Opportunity to work on interesting commercial litigation cases in a supportive team Apply now!
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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 is the leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding.
A CLS attorney has primary responsibility for multiple cases and must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children. A CLS attorney collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather the evidence necessary to support the legal action that is appropriate for each child and prepares those partners to serve as witnesses at trial. CLS attorneys advocate
for children by employing best practice litigation techniques so that our pleadings and trial presentations lead the nation in dependency advocacy. Qualifications: Law Degree Training Provided: Multi-week onboarding program created by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy that coaches new and experienced attorneys on high-level evidence techniques, expert witness challenges, and advocacy through technology.
Fulfillment of all CLE requirements through webinars and live trainings on topics including case law updates, statutory changes, courtroom
skills, evidence, ethics, and legal writing. Benefits for Working for the State of Florida: Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Department, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No state income tax for residents of Florida On each anniversary date, you will be accredited 176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more!
Compensation: For a full-time permanent appointment, the annual base salary is $55,000 and total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed above is valued at a minimum of $77,947.
Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www. mybenefits.. How to Apply: To apply, please submit an online application that includes a cover letter and a resume that demonstrates your qualifications. You may be requested to subsequently provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references to assist the committee. Growth Opportunities: We have several ways you can grow as an attorney with CLS.
There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. To open the door for growth, CLS invites all of its team members to participate on special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children. Come grow with us today! The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center -xyz X).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F. S. Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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 is the leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding. A CLS attorney has primary responsibility for multiple cases and must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children.
A CLS attorney collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather the evidence necessary to support the legal action that is appropriate for each child and prepares those partners to serve as witnesses at trial. CLS attorneys advocate for children by employing best
practice litigation techniques so that our pleadings and trial presentations lead the nation in dependency advocacy. Qualifications: Law Degree Minimum of 2 years bar admission Training Provided: Multi-week onboarding program created by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy that coaches new and experienced attorneys on high-level evidence techniques, expert witness challenges, and advocacy through technology.
Fulfillment of all CLE requirements through webinars and live trainings on topics including case law updates, statutory changes,
courtroom skills, evidence, ethics, and legal writing. Benefits for Working for the State of Florida: Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Department, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No state income tax for residents of Florida On each anniversary date, you will be accredited 176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more!
Compensation: For a full-time permanent appointment, the annual base salary is $69,000 and total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed above is valued at a minimum of $95,318.
Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www. mybenefits.. How to Apply: To apply, please submit an online application that includes a cover letter and a resume that demonstrates your qualifications. You may be requested to subsequently provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references to assist the committee. Growth Opportunities: We have several ways you can grow as an attorney with CLS.
There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. To open the door for growth, CLS invites all of its team members to participate on special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children. Come grow with us today! The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center -xyz X).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F. S. Drug-Free Workplace Act.
