Current Job Opportunity

The position involves preparation of bench memos based upon the clerk’s review of the parties’ briefs, the record on appeal, and independent research. The successful candidate must be a graduate of an accredited U.S. law school with very good academic achievement, the ability to analyze and research civil and criminal matters, excellent writing skills including working knowledge of Blue Book and similar citation formulas, together with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team while meeting deadlines for completion of work. Membership in the Florida Bar is desired, but not required. The duties may be performed at the court in Daytona Beach, Florida, remotely via secure linked technology, or in a hybrid combination of in person and remote.

Graduation from an accredited law school.

Graduation from an accredited U.S. law school with very good academic achievement. Senior level requires two years Florida Bar membership along with two years’ experience as a Staff Attorney, two years practice of law, or a combination of experience as a Staff Attorney and in the practice of law. Experience in the practice of law must be subsequent to admission to the Florida Bar. Career level requires five years of experience and five-year Florida Bar membership.

Salary range $65,904 to $84,070 depending on experience.

A comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits including membership in
the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized health insurance plan,
optional enrollment in life, dental, and disability insurance plans, and paid $25,000 term
life insurance. For more information on the benefits available to State of Florida Employees visit:
http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

How to Apply:
Submit a State of Florida application, a cover letter stating that you are applying for a position with the Chief Judge, resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts (copies accepted), and legal writing samples that you authored and references, to:

Fifth District Court of Appeal- Attention Justine Horler, Chief Deputy Marshal
300 South Beach Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32114

You may also submit by email to:
sierzegaj@sdtlsw.com

Open until filled.

If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call (386) 947-1544 in advance. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.