Closing Date: 8th July, 2024
Description:
The Prosecution Services Unit (PSU) is the legal enforcement arm of the Division of Medical Quality Assurance. PSU prosecutes violations of state law and administrative rules by licensees of the healthcare professions regulated by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance, pursuant to chapters 120 and 456, Florida Statutes. Attorneys in PSU evaluate investigative reports for probable cause, make probable cause recommendations, and litigate cases where probable cause has been found to final resolution.Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is an entry level lawyer position. The incumbent will generally handle fewer or less complex disciplinary cases and may work independently under infrequent supervision.
- Reviews case files, develops legal opinions, and prepares probable cause recommendations including administrative complaints and closing orders.
- Presents cases before probable cause panels.
- Drafts pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda.
- Represents the Department before the Division of Administrative Hearings and in circuit court.
- Provides timely and professional representation in all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, motion practice, discovery, trial presentation, witness examination, and post-hearing pleadings preparation.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
- Must become a member of the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment to a position in this class.
