Closing Date: 31st May, 2024
Description:
The State Attorney's Office, 15th Judicial Circuit, is currently accepting applications for an entry level Assistant State Attorney Position. This is an at Will Position.Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, three law-related references and complete the online application process through the State of Florida job site.
Job Description:
Position Title: Assistant State Attorney
Position Summary and Duties:
This is a general job posting for entry-level attorney positions in a misdemeanor or juvenile division. An Assistant State Attorney is responsible for advocating the State's position in all court hearings, trials and sentencings.
Attorney responsibilities include, but are not limited to: prosecutorial criminal casework requiring preparation of legal documents, legal research, taking of depositions, and interviewing of witnesses, victims and other parties to ascertain facts of case for prosecution. Trial work includes case preparation for court presentation, examining and cross-examining witnesses/defendants/victims, and summarizing cases for presentation for jury and non-jury trials. Duties of the position require professional interaction with the public, law enforcement, and office staff.
The duties of the position require proficient management of detailed case work and the ability to use office computer software and equipment. Applicant must have knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Duties also require the employee to perform various frequent and repetitive actions/duties, in use of computer programs/keyboard and telephone. Ability to work as a team and regular, in-office attendance are required. Travel may be required. Lifting of case boxes up to 50lbs may also be required.
The following applicants will be considered:
- Member of the Florida Bar in good standing;
- Law school graduates that have taken the Florida Bar Exam and are awaiting results; or
- 3L students from an accredited law school; preference may be given to those qualified as a Certified Legal Intern